Cybersecurity Today

Emergency Patches, Ransomware Exposes, and Rising QR Code Scams


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In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses the latest urgent security updates and cyber threats. Google has released an emergency Chrome patch to fix a high-severity zero-day vulnerability, while Microsoft issued an emergency patch to resolve Windows 11 boot failures caused by their May 2025 update. A mysterious whistleblower known as 'Gang Exposed' is doxing major ransomware leaders, providing invaluable intelligence for global cybersecurity efforts. Additionally, 'Quishing,' or QR code phishing, is emerging as a new threat, with cybercriminals taping malicious QR codes on public lampposts and street corners. This trend bypasses traditional digital defenses, underscoring the need for public awareness and vigilance. The episode emphasizes the importance of immediate updates, informed vigilance, and proactive cybersecurity measures.

00:00 Emergency Chrome Patch and Windows 11 Boot Fix 00:28 Google's Zero-Day Vulnerability in Chrome 02:28 Microsoft's Emergency Update for Windows 11 05:35 Gang Exposed: Unmasking Ransomware Leaders 07:55 Quishing: The New QR Code Phishing Threat 10:22 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

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