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cybersecurity4 months ago

Cybercriminal Gangs Disband Amidst Ransomware Decline

Fifteen ransomware gangs, including Scattered Spider and Lapsus$, have announced they are going dark after claiming to have achieved their goals, with some members already arrested. Meanwhile, a massive leak of Chinese Great Firewall data reveals extensive censorship and monitoring efforts. The US has offered a $10 million bounty for ransomware admin Volodymyr Tymoshchuk, and Finnish hacker Aleksanteri Kivimäki plans to appeal his conviction for a 2018 extortion attack. The FBI issued a rare alert about attacks on Salesforce by groups UNC6040 and UNC6395, highlighting ongoing threats to enterprise security.

via theregister.com|
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cybersecurity5 months ago

Surge in North Korean IT Espionage and Cyber Scams in the Past Year

North Korean operatives have increased their employment-fraud schemes by 220% over the past year, using AI to forge identities, mask appearances, and manage multiple fake jobs globally, generating hundreds of millions of dollars and posing significant risks to companies worldwide. Experts warn that advancing AI technology will further challenge traditional defenses, urging companies to adopt stricter access controls and verification methods.

via Fortune|
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malware-network-security1 year ago

Beware of Malware-Laden Spoofed Video Meeting Scams

Threat actors are using fake websites mimicking popular video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet to distribute malware targeting Android and Windows users, including Remote Access Trojans (RATs). The malicious sites, hosted on domains resembling legitimate ones, offer downloads for Android, iOS, and Windows apps, with the Windows download triggering the installation of a batch script that executes a PowerShell script to deliver the trojan. Additionally, a new malware called WogRAT is targeting Windows and Linux systems through a free online notepad platform, while financially motivated cybercriminals are conducting high-volume phishing campaigns to steal corporate credentials and deploy various malware families.

via The Hacker News|
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cybersecurity2 years ago

Unmasking the Gen-Z Hackers Behind the MGM and Caesars Cyberattacks

A group of highly skilled Gen-Z hackers known as Scattered Spider, Muddled Libra, or UNC3944 has been targeting companies worldwide, with a particular focus on the United States. These hackers employ sophisticated social engineering techniques and excel at bypassing multi-factor authentication. They have breached the systems of major companies, including MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment, and have targeted industries ranging from telecommunications to finance, hospitality, and media. The group is known for its ruthlessness, speed, and ability to overwhelm security response teams. They have also engaged in tactics such as SWATing and leaving threatening notes for victims. While their motives are not entirely clear, experts believe they are driven by power, influence, and notoriety rather than financial gain. The FBI is investigating the recent breaches, and cybersecurity specialists anticipate that the attacks will continue.

via Reuters|
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