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PHPUnit is a widely used testing framework for PHP applications. Recently, a significant security vulnerability has been identified within this framework that could lead to remote code execution (RCE). This article aims to shed light on the specifics of the vulnerability, its implications, and how to mitigate risks associated with it. What is the Vulnerability? […]

What’s the Issue? Some users running Imunify on Plesk servers with Ubuntu 24.04 may have encountered errors during recent updates: Turns out the updates are signed with an older DSA1024 key and Ubuntu 24.04, understandably strict about cryptography, isn’t having it. Let’s be real, things slip through the cracks. Cryptographic standards evolve, and if you’re […]

The Handy-Lightbox plugin for WordPress is widely used to enhance image displays. However, it has recently come under scrutiny for a critical Remote Code Execution, RCE vulnerability. This RCE WordPress vulnerability, allows attackers to control web servers running this plugin. In this article, we will explore the nature of this vulnerability, its implications, and how […]

What is Canadian Pharmacy Spam? The term "Canadian Pharmacy" refers to a prolific spam campaign. This rising threat primarily promotes male-enhancement drugs and painkillers. Despite its name, this operation is neither Canadian nor a legitimate pharmacy. A Closer Look at the Spam Campaign Canadian Pharmacy spam is not tied to a stable website. Instead, it […]

In the world of cybersecurity, PHP backdoors pose a significant threat. These malicious scripts allow attackers to access and control web servers. Recently, we intercepted a spam attempt from a compromised server using a PHP mailer backdoor. Let’s explore how these attacks work and how to protect your systems. What is a PHP Backdoor? A […]

The BitNinja 3.12.2 release focuses on improving the reliability of core security modules including Malware Detection, SSL Termination, and IP Filtering. These updates aim to ensure security definitions stay current, installations complete successfully, and our filtering logic performs efficiently. BitNinja 3.12.2 Malware Detection: Fixed a blocking issue with cron signature downloads. This ensures that the […]

The latest BitNinja 3.12.1 release includes several updates designed to enhance compatibility, improve messaging, and streamline control panel detection. These improvements continue to support a more reliable and intelligent defense system, while also making configuration and diagnostics more straightforward for server administrators. BitNinja 3.12.1 ConfigParser Parsing for LiteSpeed and OpenLiteSpeed configurations was improved. IPFilter We’ve […]

Why We Built a Chatbot for the BitNinja Console? In the fast-paced world of server security, getting answers quickly can make a real difference. That’s why we’ve launched the BitNinja Chatbot, a new tool built directly into our console interface to help you get instant support for your technical and product-related questions. While our team […]

Introduction User enumeration and guessable user accounts are critical security concerns for web applications. Attackers often exploit these vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access. Understanding how to identify and mitigate these risks is essential for developers and security professionals. What is User Enumeration? User enumeration occurs when attackers can identify valid usernames through an application’s authentication […]