Secure Bytes Insight IT by Edi Rimkus

CVE-2025-20188: Critical Cisco IOS XE Vulnerability Explained Introduction Cybersecurity vulnerabilities continue to pose serious risks to organizations worldwide, and recently, CVE-2025-20188 has been identified as a severe flaw impacting Cisco IOS XE Wireless Controllers . This vulnerability, rated 10.0 on the CVSS scale , allows unauthenticated remote attackers  to gain root-level  access to affected systems. Security teams and IT professionals need to understand the nature of this exploit, the affected devices, and the necessary steps to mitigate potential attacks. Vulnerability Details CVE-2025-20188 is caused by the presence of a hard-coded JSON Web Token (JWT)  within the affected software. Attackers can exploit this by sending crafted HTTPS requests  to the AP image download interface , bypassing authentication and executing malicious commands. The key risks associated with this vulnerability include: - Unauthorized file uploads - Path traversal attacks - Re...

AI-Powered Cyber Influence Campaigns: The New Digital Battlefield Published: May 2025 Artificial intelligence is reshaping cybersecurity in ways we never imagined. While AI-driven security tools help detect and prevent cyber threats, threat actors are now weaponizing AI to manipulate public opinion, spread misinformation, and automate cyberattacks . The Rise of AI-Driven Influence Campaigns Recent investigations reveal that AI-powered bots are engaging with real users on Facebook, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn , amplifying political narratives and misinformation. 🔍 How It Works: AI-generated fake personas interact with real accounts, liking, sharing, and commenting strategically. Some campaigns are state-sponsored , aiming to influence elections and policy decisions. AI-driven deepfake technology is being used to manipulate public perception. 💡 Why This Matters: Trust in digital platforms is at risk —users may unknowingly engage with AI-driven misinformation. Businesses...