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Mining for DNS Maxims: Top 10 Malware of Q3 2025

An analysis of domains linked to the top malware strains of Q3 2025 reveals early threat signals, typosquatting patterns, and thousands of connections to malicious infrastructure, underscoring the predictive power of DNS telemetry.

Thumbing Through the DNS Traces of TamperedChef

Acronis researchers uncovered a vast malvertising scheme named TamperedChef, which exploited legitimate-looking apps to deploy malicious scripts, steal data, sell remote access, and lay the groundwork for espionage and ransomware campaigns.

IPv4 Prices Continue Downward Drift as Market Remains Resilient

IPv4 address prices continued their gradual decline in November, with small and medium blocks narrowing the gap with large blocks. Despite falling prices, transaction volume and buyer demand remain strong heading into 2026.

DNS Spotlight: New MITRE ATT&CK Group Entrants as of October 2025

MITRE introduced nine new threat groups tied to major vulnerabilities, with deep DNS analysis uncovering 108 malicious domains, 31 risky IPs, and multiple emerging artifacts that highlight evolving attack patterns and early warning opportunities ahead.

A New DNS Validation Method for Simplified Certificate Automation

A new DNS-based domain validation method promises to streamline certificate automation by reducing DNS write requirements, improving operational security, and aligning with broader industry moves toward scalable, standards-based certificate management.

Hard Data on DDoS, DNS, and the Race for Resilience

As online attacks grow in complexity and scale, DigiCert's RADAR Brief reveals why resilience across DNS, DDoS, and automation is emerging as the defining metric of digital trust in a hyperconnected economy.

Going DNS Deep Diving Into GhostCall and GhostHire

A DNS investigation into GhostCall and GhostHire uncovers how BlueNoroff targeted tech leaders and Web3 developers, exposing extensive data theft and a wide malicious infrastructure that included suspicious domains, weaponized IP addresses, and typosquatted assets.

.store and MrBeast Campaign Surpasses 500 Million Views Across Platforms

Radix's .store domain has soared past 500 million views across platforms through its high-profile collaboration with MrBeast, underscoring the power of strategic digital branding and creator-led commerce in the online economy.

COLDRIVER’s MAYBEROBOT in the DNS Spotlight

Russia-linked threat actor COLDRIVER has revamped its malware into a new backdoor called MAYBEROBOT, targeting NGOs and dissidents. Early DNS signals and IP resolutions reveal a methodically evolving cyber-espionage campaign.

IPv4 Address Prices Continue Their Descent, But Demand Remains Resilient

IPv4 address prices continued to decline through October 2025, particularly for larger blocks, as increased supply meets steady demand in a maturing market marked by strategic sales and competitive pricing.