WikiLeaks Reveals CIA’s ELSA Malware for Geo-Location Tracking In a recent disclosure, WikiLeaks has unveiled a new segment of its ongoing Vault 7 leak, showcasing a sophisticated malware tool named ELSA. This spyware is designed specifically for tracking the geo-location of Microsoft Windows-based PCs and laptops. The malware operates by…
Recent reports indicate that the significant malware outbreak observed on Tuesday is not primarily attributed to a standard ransomware attack. Widely known as the Petya ransomware incident, which began infecting systems across numerous countries including Russia, Ukraine, and the United States, demands a ransom of approximately $300. However, experts are…
After a hiatus of six months, the creator behind the notorious Petya ransomware has resurfaced to assist victims affected by a recently unleashed variant, known as NotPetya. The individual, who identifies as Janus—drawing inspiration from a James Bond villain—took to Twitter, suggesting potential solutions for those grappling with encrypted files.…
Teenager Charged in Connection with DDoS Attacks on Major Corporations An 18-year-old student from Stockport, England, has been charged with aiding cybercriminals by operating a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) for-hire service. This illegal operation allegedly facilitated attacks on the online platforms of various high-profile entities, including T-Mobile, Amazon, and…
In a significant cybersecurity breach, Bithumb, a major player in the cryptocurrency exchange market, suffered a hack that has resulted in the theft of over $1 million in digital assets. Bithumb, South Korea’s largest exchange, is responsible for a substantial portion of global trading in Bitcoin and Ethereum, handling approximately…
Ukrainian Police Conduct Raids Linked to NotPetya Ransomware Incident The Ukrainian National Police recently enacted a significant operation targeting the company behind the M.E.Doc accounting software, which has been implicated in the widespread NotPetya ransomware outbreak that has affected numerous major corporations worldwide. A video released by the police depicts…
A significant development for victims of the Petya ransomware emerges as its creator has publicly released the master decryption key. This action enables individuals affected by the original Petya variant to recover their encrypted data without incurring any ransom payments. It is crucial to clarify that this pertains solely to…
A new form of cyberattack has come to light, leveraging common images to conceal a harmful virus. Experts from Veracode Threat Research uncovered a malicious package on NPM, a widely-used platform where millions of developers share tools and software. This package was crafted to mimic a legitimate software application, masking…
In recent developments following notorious ransomware threats like WannaCry and Petya, a sophisticated new strain of malware has emerged, specifically targeting Android users through deceptive applications on the Google Play Store. This new malware, known as LeakerLocker, diverges from conventional ransomware methods by not encrypting files. Instead, it stealthily gathers…