Wed Mar 12 14:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Microsoft Patches Critical Flaws, Nationwide Parking Phishing Scam Prompts Warnings

**March 2025 Patch Tuesday Addresses Multiple Zero-Days:** Microsoft’s March Patch Tuesday addressed a significant number of vulnerabilities, including seven zero-day exploits and a total of 57 flaws. This follows a previously reported PowerSchool hack and widespread exploitation of a critical PHP vulnerability. Microsoft is also replacing its Remote Desktop app with a Windows App in May. Users are urged to update their software promptly. (Source: Bleeping Computer)

**Widespread Parking Ticket Phishing Scam Targets US Cities:** A massive wave of text message phishing scams targeting US citizens is underway. The scams impersonate parking violation departments from numerous cities, including New York, Boston, and Denver, threatening daily fines for unpaid parking tickets. The messages contain links to fraudulent websites designed to steal personal and financial information. The scammers cleverly utilize Google’s open redirect to bypass Apple’s iMessage security features. Citizens are urged to exercise caution and report suspicious text messages. (Source: Bleeping Computer)

**Other Security News:** Further security news includes warnings about new phishing campaigns targeting iPhone users via iMessage, malicious Chrome extensions spoofing password managers, and the resurgence of SharpRhino malware. The vulnerability of browser-based data leaks continues to be a major concern. (Source: Bleeping Computer)

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