What's happened
Hackers are actively exploiting vulnerabilities in GitLab, Cisco products, and WordPress Automatic plugin, putting users at risk of hijacking and cyber attacks.
Why it matters
The exploitation of these vulnerabilities highlights the ongoing threat of cyber attacks and the importance of promptly installing security patches to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access.
What the papers say
Ars Technica reports on the active exploitation of GitLab accounts due to a vulnerability, while Axios covers nation-state hackers targeting Cisco products. Additionally, Ars Technica discusses hackers targeting WordPress Automatic plugin with a high-severity vulnerability.
How we got here
The vulnerabilities in GitLab, Cisco products, and WordPress Automatic plugin have made users susceptible to cyber attacks, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard against unauthorized access and data breaches.
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