This issue delivers the latest cyber risks, practical defense strategies, and cutting-edge tools to help you stay ahead. Safeguard your business, protect your data, and strengthen your cyber defenses with insights from Dragon Sight.

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WHAT’S INSIDE

• Major Threat Alerts: Android malware, ransomware, and EDR evasion tools
• Security Snapshots: Fast takes on the latest breaches and exploits
• Defense Playbook: Practical steps to stop emerging cyber tactics
• Insider Intelligence: APT behavior, WMI abuse, and certificate trust issues

Focused intelligence to keep you informed, protected, and one step ahead.

THREAT FOCUS INFORMATION

New Android Malware Campaigns Using .NET MAUI
Cybercriminals are leveraging the .NET MAUI framework to develop Android malware that bypasses detection. These threats disguise themselves as legitimate banking and social media apps, particularly targeting users in India and China.

Key Takeaways:

• Malware uses encrypted communication and code hidden in blob files

• Apps request excessive permissions to gain deep access

• Dynamic multi-stage loading helps avoid antivirus tools

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EDR_Kill_Shifter: RansomHub’s Stealth Tactic
RansomHub operators are using a tool called EDRKillShifter to disable endpoint detection and response systems before ransomware execution, allowing attacks to proceed undetected.

How to Protect Yourself:

• Keep EDR systems updated with behavioral detection enabled

• Watch for sudden process terminations or access changes

• Enforce least-privilege policies to limit lateral movement

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MONTHLY CYBERSECURITY SNAPSHOT
CA Trust Crisis Brewing – Google, Mozilla, and Kaspersky raise alarm over certificate authority centralization.
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Lotus Blossom APT Uses WMI – Nation-state actors exploit Windows Management Instrumentation for stealthy persistence.
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Apache Tomcat Under Fire – Exploits target a serious vulnerability in Apache Tomcat, risking server compromise.
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Arkana Ransomware Group Emerges – New group claims multiple intrusions, showcasing advanced techniques.
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Atlantis AIO Tool Repurposed – Originally built for e-commerce, it’s now fueling automated cyberattacks.
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Windows Server 2025 Boosts Security – New update includes improved kernel protections and virtualization-based defenses.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
WMI: Silent Spy in Enterprise Environments
Advanced persistent threats (APTs) are abusing WMI to execute commands and move laterally without detection.

Best Practices for Defense:

• Monitor WMI logs and execution activity

• Use security tools with WMI-focused rulesets

• Restrict scripting capabilities on sensitive systems

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Cloud Tools Fueling Ransomware
Attackers are hijacking cloud-native automation and management tools to escalate ransomware operations.

Key Trends:

• Cloud automation misused for rapid deployment of malware

• Threat actors using stealth over brute-force tactics

• Growing preference for scripts over traditional payloads

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CYBER HYGIENE TIPS
Spotting Fake Android Apps
.NET MAUI is enabling cross-platform Android malware campaigns. Users are being tricked into installing fake banking and social apps.

How to Stay Safe:

• Only download from official app stores

• Review requested permissions carefully

• Use mobile antivirus with behavior-based detection

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Distrustful Certificates
Concerns are rising around CA centralization, transparency issues, and improper certificate issuance.

Protection Tips:

• Use tools to audit and monitor certificate trust chains

• Verify cert transparency logs

• Remove compromised CAs from your environment

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