In a significant development in the fight against cybercrime, law enforcement agencies globally have successfully dismantled critical online infrastructures associated with the BlackSuit ransomware group. This enforcement action, part of the coordinated initiative dubbed “Operation Checkmate,” has disrupted the group’s operations, particularly their data leak and negotiation platforms. Victims encountering…
Former U.S. Soldier Arrested in Cybercrime Probe In a striking turn of events, former U.S. soldier Wagenius was arrested on December 20 and charged with multiple federal offenses related to hacking and extortion. His activities drew law enforcement’s attention starting just days earlier on December 12 when a new laptop…
Agentic AI, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development CEO Hitesh Sheth: Enhanced AI Solutions Elevate Efficiency and Meet Contemporary Network Demands Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • July 24, 2025 Hitesh Sheth, President and CEO of Vectra (Image: Vectra) Vectra has embedded artificial intelligence deeply into its platform,…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response Also: Clorox Suing IT Vendor Over Password Incident Anviksha More (@AnvikshaMore) • July 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock/ISMG Information Security Media Group provides a weekly summary of cyber incidents globally. This week, authorities arrested the suspected admin of the XSS cybercrime forum…
Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Sensitive Travel Data A recent cybersecurity analysis has unveiled significant vulnerabilities within Airportr, a UK-based luggage service that collaborates with multiple airlines. This breach highlights potential risks not only for individual travelers but also for high-profile users, including government officials and diplomats. Cybersecurity firm CyberX9 discovered that…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Also: CoinDCX’s $44 Million Exploit, Crypto Theft Hits $2.17B in First Half of 2025 Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • July 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Every week, Information Security Media Group provides an overview of cybersecurity incidents affecting digital assets. This week highlights…
In recent years, corporate accountability has come into sharper focus, particularly as more businesses face scrutiny over questionable practices. Although some dismiss the proliferation of class action lawsuits as mere attempts to profit without justification, many view these legal actions as vital steps toward rectifying corporate misconduct and securing compensation…
A recent global cyberattack has targeted critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft’s on-premises SharePoint software, affecting multiple U.S. government agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The breaches were first reported around Friday, July 18, prompting swift action from the impacted organizations and a…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime , Healthcare , Industry Specific Healthcare Sector Targeted by Ransomware Group Interlock, Emerging Since 2024 Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • July 23, 2025 Image: Interlock U.S. officials have raised concerns about the ransomware group Interlock, which has recently targeted a variety of sectors, notably healthcare, using…
