Daily Recap, Ransomware Payments show shifting attacker economics in Q3 2025 as payments declined, signaling changing payout dynamics across the threat landscape. The Qilin Ransomware combines a Linux payload with a BYOVD exploit for hybrid attacks, broadening its cross-environment impact. #Qilin Ransomware #BYOVD
Ransomware Trends
- Analysis shows ransomware payments fell in Q3 2025, signaling shifting attacker economics and payout trends β Ransomware Payments
Malware & Exploits
- The Qilin ransomware deploys a Linux payload combined with a BYOVD exploit for hybrid attacks across environments β Qilin Ransomware
Browser Exploits
- Researchers link a Chrome zero-day to spyware used by Hacking Team, while the ChatGPT Atlas browser can be tricked by fake URLs to execute hidden commands β Chrome Zero-Day, ChatGPT Atlas
Account Theft
- Threat actors are using a RedTiger-based infostealer to compromise and steal Discord accounts at scale β RedTiger Infostealer
Gaming Industry
- The gaming sector is being hit by waves of DDoS, data theft, and malware that disrupt services and player data protection β Gaming Threats
APT Operations
- Multiple China-aligned APTs have launched a shared βPremier Pass-as-a-Serviceβ to exchange access for coordinated global espionage campaigns β Premier Pass
Weekly Roundup
- Threat research and weekly recap of notable security developments for 26 Oct 2025 β Weekly Recap