Cybersecurity Headlines — September 24, 2026
- F5 patches BIG-IP APM zero-day flaw exploited in RCE attacks — BleepingComputer
- ShinyHunters Claims FBI Hack, Demands Retraction of Threat Report — Securityweek.com
- Check Point warns of Management Server zero-day exploited in attacks — BleepingComputer
- D-Link warns of max severity zero-day bug in DIR-822A routers — BleepingComputer
- AI malware can rewrite itself to evade detection — Fox News
- Attacker compromised nearly 1000 Zyxel switches since August (CVE-2026-7273) — Help Net Security
- CISA orders feds to patch Zyxel flaw exploited for data theft — BleepingComputer
- Cybersecurity jobs available right now: September 22, 2026 — Help Net Security
- Linux users beware — CISA flags three major security issues you need to patch right now — TechRadar
- Georgia Election Committee Holds Meeting Weighing Risks and Recommendations — Daily Signal
From the Trenches
As a cybersecurity practitioner, I’ve been keeping an eye on the latest developments in the world of cyber threats, and there are two stories that caught my attention recently. The first one is the F5 patching of its BIG-IP APM zero-day flaw, which has already been exploited in several RCE (Remote Code Execution) attacks.
This vulnerability is a serious one, as it can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the BIG-IP system, potentially leading to a complete takeover of the device. The fact that this flaw was not patched sooner is alarming, and I’m glad to see F5 taking swift action to fix it. As a practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly these types of vulnerabilities can spread, so it’s essential for organizations to stay on top of their patch schedules.
The second story that caught my attention is the CISA order to patch Zyxel switches, which have been compromised by nearly 1000 attackers since August. This is a clear indication that the threat actors are actively exploiting these devices, and it’s essential for organizations with Zyxel equipment to prioritize patching these vulnerabilities as soon as possible.
🔧 Patch Priority: F5 BIG-IP APM due to its severity and potential impact on business operations.
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