MitM Attack: Understanding Man-in-the-Middle Cyber Threats

A Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack occurs when hackers secretly intercept and alter communication between two parties, often stealing login credentials, financial data, or personal information. Cybercriminals exploit unsecured networks, weak encryption, and phishing tactics to execute these attacks.

To prevent MitM attacks, individuals and businesses should use end-to-end encryption, multi-factor authentication (MFA), secure Wi-Fi connections, and VPNs. Avoiding public networks and regularly updating security protocols helps safeguard sensitive data from interception.

Veeam Backup Vulnerability

Critical Veeam Backup Vulnerability Lets Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code to Gain Root Access

Ravi Jain
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-23114) in the Veeam Updater component allows attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain root access on affected servers via Man-in-the-Middle attacks. Multiple older Veeam Backup products are vulnerable, but patches are available. The vulnerability exploits insecure communication channels during software updates, enabling malicious code injection. Veeam has released updated versions and recommends applying patches, monitoring network traffic, and isolating backup appliances. A cybersecurity firm, Technijian, offers services to help organizations assess and mitigate this risk. ... Read More