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cybersecurity-international-relations-legal1 year ago•9 min saved

"Chinese Government-Linked Hackers Charged with Targeting Critics and U.S. Entities"

Seven Chinese nationals have been charged with conspiracy to commit computer intrusions and wire fraud for their involvement in a hacking group associated with the Chinese government. The group, known as Advanced Persistent Threat 31 (APT31), targeted U.S. and foreign critics, businesses, and political officials for over 14 years, aiming to further the PRC’s economic espionage and foreign intelligence objectives. The defendants conducted global campaigns of computer hacking, targeting political dissidents, government officials, candidates, and campaign personnel in the United States and elsewhere, as well as American companies. The indictment sheds light on the PRC Ministry of State Security’s aggressive cyber espionage and transnational repression activities worldwide, and underscores the need for vigilance against cybersecurity threats and foreign malign influence efforts.

via Department of Justice|

#chinese-government #cyber-espionage #cybersecurity-international-relations-legal

cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russian State-Sponsored Hackers Target Microsoft Systems Again, Stealing Source Code and 'Secrets'"

Microsoft has revealed that a Russian state-sponsored hacking group, Midnight Blizzard, is attempting to breach its systems again using information stolen from the tech giant's corporate emails in January. The group, also known as Nobelium, has become more aggressive in its targeting and is using stolen data to gain unauthorized access to Microsoft's source code repositories and internal systems. Despite these attempts, there is no evidence that Microsoft's customer-facing systems have been compromised.

via Reuters|

#cybersecurity #data-breach #hacking-group

cybersecurity2 years ago•3 min saved

Iran's Oil Minister Confirms Cyberattack Caused Gas Station Disruptions

Iran's oil minister confirmed that a cyberattack caused a nationwide disruption to gas stations, with approximately 70% of petrol stations affected. The hacking group Gonjeshke Darande claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was in response to Iran's aggression in the region. This is not the first time the group has targeted Iran, as they have previously disrupted rail networks and steel factories. Iranian authorities are investigating the cause of the disruption, while Israeli officials have not commented on Iran's claims.

via Fox News|

#cyberattack #cybersecurity #disruption

cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Israel-linked hackers cripple 70% of Iran's gas stations in major cyberattack"

A hacking group known as Gonjeshke Darande, believed to be linked to Israel, has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack that caused service disruptions at 70% of Iran's gas stations. The attack led to long lines of cars and angry crowds. Iranian state TV cited the country's Oil Minister suggesting outside interference as a possible cause. The group stated that the attack was in response to the aggression of the Islamic Republic and its proxies in the region. Iran's civil defense agency is investigating the incident, while Israel's government has not commented on the alleged attack.

via CNBC|

#cyberattack #cybersecurity #gas-stations

cybersecurity2 years ago•9 min saved

AlphaLock: The Innovative Hacker Organization Redefining Pen-Testing Training

AlphaLock is a unique Russian hacking group that operates as a "pentesting training organization" and monetizes its services through an affiliate program. They offer customized online courses to train hackers and claim to be preparing for a future in analyzing and protecting large corporations. AlphaLock's business model consists of two parts: Bazooka Code Pentest Training and the ALPentest Hacking Marketplace. The marketplace allows threat actors to purchase "pentesting services" targeted at specific organizations, with the attacks being conducted by the trained hackers. The group has attracted attention and recently announced a move to a new chat application, Matrix. This case highlights the growing sophistication and commoditization of cybercrime, the potential for alternative monetization models beyond ransomware, and the demand for talented threat actors in the cybercriminal ecosystem.

via BleepingComputer|

#alphalock #cybercrime #cybersecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•5 min saved

FBI's Battle Against a Ruthless Casino Hacking Gang Revealed

The FBI has been struggling to disrupt a cybercrime gang responsible for high-profile hacks on casino operators MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, according to cybersecurity responders and industry executives. Despite knowing the identities of at least a dozen members of the hacking group, known as "Scattered Spider," for over six months, there have been no arrests. The FBI's investigation has gained urgency following the casino hacks, but challenges such as a lack of manpower, victims' hesitancy to cooperate, and the loose-knit nature of the group have hindered progress. The gang, which operates in Western countries including the United States, engages in various illicit activities, including sextortion, ransomware, and violence-as-a-service. Cybersecurity firms like CrowdStrike, Mandiant, Palo Alto Networks, and Microsoft are assisting in the response effort and collecting evidence to aid law enforcement.

via Reuters|

#casino-operators #cybercrime #cybersecurity

technology2 years ago•7 min saved

"Cult of Dead Cow's Mobile App Encryption: Hacktivists' Cutting-Edge Design"

Cult of the Dead Cow, a renowned hacking group, is developing Veilid, a coding framework that enables app developers to create messaging, file sharing, and social networking apps without collecting users' personal data. Veilid utilizes end-to-end encryption and a decentralized peer-to-peer network, similar to BitTorrent, to ensure secure communication. The project aims to provide an alternative to current apps that rely on targeted advertising and data collection. The group plans to present Veilid at the Def Con hacking conference and hopes to attract developers and users who prioritize privacy and data security.

via The Washington Post|

#data-security #encryption #hacking-group