On the cybersecurity landscape, exploiting visible networks often falls to the realm of well-resourced, state-sponsored hacking groups. While infiltrating corporate systems may not be particularly challenging for these actors, ensuring the longevity of their access and maintaining undetectable communication channels poses a significant hurdle. A cyber-espionage group known as **Platinum**…
New Malware Threatens Electric Power Grids In December 2016, a significant cyber attack on Ukraine’s electric power grid resulted in prolonged power outages across northern Kiev, impacting tens of thousands of residents during the late hours. Recent developments in cybersecurity have revealed the identity of the malware that executed this…
Emerging Threat: Fileless Ransomware “Sorebrect” Targets Enterprises Cybercriminals are evolving, leveraging increasingly sophisticated tactics to execute attacks. A recent report highlights the emergence of a fileless ransomware strain known as “Sorebrect.” Unlike traditional ransomware, which often relies on files to infect systems, Sorebrect injects malicious code directly into legitimate processes,…
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Cyber Attack Targets UK Parliament Email System In a significant cybersecurity incident, the email system of the UK Houses of Parliament was breached on Friday morning, affecting at least 90 accounts belonging to Members of Parliament (MPs), their staff, and other parliamentary personnel. Initial investigations suggest that many of these…
Recent developments reveal that North Korean cyber operations are making significant inroads into the commercial ransomware landscape, indicating a heightened focus on obtaining direct financial rewards. The Symantec and Carbon Black Threat Hunter Team have reported activities by the notorious Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored actor, utilizing Medusa ransomware against targets…
Petya Ransomware’s Global Surge Mirrors WannaCry Outbreak
June 27, 2017
Warning: A new wave of ransomware is here, reminiscent of WannaCry! The notorious WannaCry ransomware is far from over as another massive attack is wreaking havoc across the globe, disrupting operations in corporations, power supplies, and banks in nations including Russia, Ukraine, Spain, France, the UK, India, and various parts of Europe, demanding $300 in Bitcoin. Reports indicate that a new variant of Petya ransomware, also referred to as Petwrap, is rapidly proliferating, exploiting the same Windows SMBv1 vulnerability that WannaCry used to compromise 300,000 systems in just 72 hours last month. Alarmingly, many victims have reported that even their patched systems have fallen prey to Petya ransomware. “Petya utilizes the NSA EternalBlue exploit and also propagates within internal networks via WMIC and PSExec, which is why even patched systems can be affected,” confirms Mikko Hyppönen, Chief Research Officer at F-Secure. Petya is proving to be a serious threat…
Petya Ransomware Surge Mimics WannaCry’s Global Impact June 27, 2017 In a concerning echo of past incidents, the Petya ransomware has initiated a widespread assault on businesses globally, reminiscent of the infamous WannaCry outbreak. While WannaCry’s effects are still being assessed, Petya has swiftly gained momentum, disrupting operations in various…
Petya Ransomware’s Global Surge Mirrors WannaCry Outbreak
June 27, 2017
Warning: A new wave of ransomware is here, reminiscent of WannaCry! The notorious WannaCry ransomware is far from over as another massive attack is wreaking havoc across the globe, disrupting operations in corporations, power supplies, and banks in nations including Russia, Ukraine, Spain, France, the UK, India, and various parts of Europe, demanding $300 in Bitcoin. Reports indicate that a new variant of Petya ransomware, also referred to as Petwrap, is rapidly proliferating, exploiting the same Windows SMBv1 vulnerability that WannaCry used to compromise 300,000 systems in just 72 hours last month. Alarmingly, many victims have reported that even their patched systems have fallen prey to Petya ransomware. “Petya utilizes the NSA EternalBlue exploit and also propagates within internal networks via WMIC and PSExec, which is why even patched systems can be affected,” confirms Mikko Hyppönen, Chief Research Officer at F-Secure. Petya is proving to be a serious threat…
Justice Department Unveils Over Three Million Documents on Jeffrey Epstein, Highlighting Data Privacy Concerns Last month, the Department of Justice made headlines by releasing more than 3 million documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This extensive disclosure not only sheds light on Epstein’s personal network and actions but…
Shadow Brokers Threatens to Reveal NSA Hacker Identity Amid Price Hike for Cyberweapons In a surprising development, the Shadow Brokers, a well-known hacking collective responsible for leaking U.S. cyberweapons, has issued a threat to unveil the identity of a former hacker associated with the NSA’s elite Equation Group. This group…