React2Shell Vulnerability, Black Force Phishing Kit, Microsoft OAuth Attacks, and PornHub Data Breach

React2Shell Vulnerability, Black Force Phishing Kit, Microsoft OAuth Attacks, and PornHub Data Breach

Author: Jim Love December 17, 2025 Duration: 14:46

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses a range of pressing cybersecurity threats. The show covers the escalating React2Shell vulnerability, which has led to widespread automated exploitation campaigns involving crypto miners and back doors. Additionally, Jim reports on the Black Force phishing kit, which bypasses multifactor authentication and is gaining traction among cybercriminals. Microsoft OAuth consent attacks are also highlighted, with users being tricked into granting access to their accounts. Finally, the episode touches on PornHub's data breach involving the Shiny Hunters cybercrime group and the importance of patching vulnerabilities and being cautious during the holiday season.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:22 React2Shell Vulnerability Deep Dive
03:46 Black Force Phishing Toolkit
05:44 Microsoft OAuth Consent Phishing
07:29 PornHub Data Breach by Shiny Hunters
10:21 Holiday Cybersecurity Tips and Final Thoughts


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