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An exploit is code, data, or a sequence of actions that uses a software, hardware, or configuration vulnerability to produce unintended behavior. Depending on the flaw and the attacker’s access, it may enable unauthorized code execution, privilege escalation, information disclosure, or denial of service. Exploitation can occur remotely through exposed services, web applications, or client software, or locally after an attacker gains limited access.
Exploitation matters because a vulnerability becomes an active attack path when the required conditions are reachable and exploitable. Defenders should inventory affected assets, prioritize remediation when exploitation is known or credible, apply patches or vendor mitigations, and reduce exposure through access controls, segmentation, and secure configuration. Monitoring for exploit-specific indicators—such as abnormal requests, unexpected processes, or privilege changes—supports detection; systems suspected of successful exploitation require containment and investigation for follow-on access.
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At [un]prompted 2026, TrendAI™ demonstrated how documents can be used to exploit AI-driven KYC pipelines and introduced FENRIR, an automated system for discovering AI vulnerabilities at scale.
PeckBirdy is a sophisticated JScript-based C&C framework used by China-aligned APT groups to exploit LOLBins across multiple environments, delivering advanced backdoors to target gambling industries and Asian government entities.
CVE-2025-55182 is a CVSS 10.0 pre-authentication RCE affecting React Server Components. Amid the flood of fake proof-of-concept exploits, scanners, exploits, and widespread misconceptions, this technical analysis intends to cut through the noise.
Trend™ Research has uncovered an attack campaign exploiting the Cisco SNMP vulnerability CVE-2025-20352, allowing remote code execution and rootkit deployment on unprotected devices, with impacts observed on Cisco 9400, 9300, and legacy 3750G series.
Trend™ Research and ZDI Threat Hunters have identified a large-scale RondoDox botnet campaign exploiting over 50 vulnerabilities across more than 30 vendors, including flaws first seen in Pwn2Own contests.
The TAOTH campaign exploited abandoned software and spear-phishing to deploy multiple malware families, targeting dissidents and other high-value individuals across Eastern Asia.
Warlock ransomware exploits unpatched Microsoft SharePoint vulnerabilities to gain access, escalate privileges, steal credentials, move laterally, and deploy ransomware with data exfiltration across enterprise environments.
A zero-click exploit called EchoLeak reveals how AI assistants like Microsoft 365 Copilot can be manipulated to leak sensitive data without user interaction. This entry breaks down how the attack works, why it matters, and what defenses are available to proactively mitigate this emerging AI-native threat.
Trend™ Research has been tracking an active APT threat actor named Earth Lamia, targeting multiple industries in Brazil, India and Southeast Asia countries at least since 2023. The threat actor primarily exploits vulnerabilities in web applications to gain access to targeted organizations.
In today’s fast-paced digital world, cyber threats are constantly evolving. Attackers are leveraging advanced techniques and artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit vulnerabilities, leaving organizations vulnerable to breaches and disruptions. To combat these challenges, organizations must stay vigilant and implement more proactive cybersecurity measures. This is where our Cyber Risk Advisory service, powered by the Trend Vision One™ Cyber Risk Exposure Management (CREM) solution, step in to provide a strategic edge.
Trend Research identified Russian threat actor Water Gamayun exploiting CVE-2025-26633, a zero-day vulnerability in the Microsoft Management Console that attackers exploit to execute malicious code and exfiltrate data.
Trend Zero Day Initiative™ (ZDI) uncovered both state-sponsored and cybercriminal groups extensively exploiting ZDI-CAN-25373, a Windows .lnk file vulnerability that enables hidden command execution.
Our blog entry discusses a fake PoC exploit for LDAPNightmare (CVE-2024-49113) that is being used to distribute information-stealing malware
Prompt injection exploits vulnerabilities in generative AI to manipulate its behavior, even without extensive permissions. This attack can expose sensitive data, making awareness and preventive measures essential. Learn how it works and how to stay protected.
Trend Micro’s monitoring of the MOONSHINE exploit kit revealed how it’s used by the threat actor Earth Minotaur to exploit Android messaging app vulnerabilities and install the DarkNimbus backdoor for surveillance.
In this blog entry, we discuss Water Barghest's exploitation of IoT devices, transforming them into profitable assets through advanced automation and monetization techniques.
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We observed Earth Baxia carrying out targeted attacks against APAC countries that involved advanced techniques like spear-phishing and customized malware, with data suggesting that the group operates from China.
CVE-2024-27198 and CVE-2024-27199 are vulnerabilities within the TeamCity On-Premises platform that can allow attackers to gain administrative control over affected systems.
Since early 2022, we have been monitoring an APT campaign that targets several government entities worldwide, with a strong focus in Southeast Asia, but also seen targeting Europe, America, and Africa.