Cyble researchers discovered ransomware, DOGE BIG BALLS, which uses advanced technical manipulation techniques. The ransomware begins with a deceptive zip file distributed via phishing emails. It uses a modified version of Fog ransomware hidden within the system’s startup directory to exploit a vulnerability in Intel’s Ethernet diagnostics driver to gain escalated privileges. The attackers aim to misdirect investigations by falsely connecting the ransomware to Edward Coristine, a software engineer involved with Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative.

CISA extends CVE program contract for 11 months
The Department of Homeland Security has extended funding for the CVE Program, vital for cybersecurity and managed by MITRE. This program helps organizations manage vulnerabilities