Iranian Threat Actor APT34 Launches Phishing Campaign Featuring SideTwist Backdoor Recent cybersecurity reports indicate that the Iranian threat group known as APT34 has initiated a new phishing campaign directed at various sectors, leading to the deployment of a backdoor variant named SideTwist. This latest tactic highlights the group’s sophistication in…
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches its conclusion, notable concerns have emerged regarding the intensified disinformation campaigns orchestrated by Russian actors. With Donald Trump once again on the ballot, U.S. officials are raising alarms about the Kremlin’s ongoing efforts to undermine public faith in the electoral process and incite…
Healthcare Sector Faces New Cybersecurity Expectations Amid Medicare 2025 Rule Proposal In a significant development for the healthcare industry, federal regulators are hinting at the introduction of enhanced cybersecurity requirements tied to Medicare participation. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently included a brief announcement in its expansive…
Cerebral Fined Over Major Privacy Violations in Telehealth Services The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against Cerebral, a mental telehealth company, prohibiting it from utilizing or sharing personal medical data for advertising purposes. The company has also been levied a hefty fine exceeding $7 million in…
A hacker believed to be behind a significant series of breaches involving Snowflake accounts has been apprehended in Canada, following a request from U.S. law enforcement. The Canadian Justice Department confirmed the detention of Alexander Moucka, also known as Connor, under a provisional arrest warrant on October 30. Reports of…
Enhancing Cyber Resilience with CVSS: Understanding the Latest Developments in Vulnerability Scoring In late 2023, the unveiling of the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) version 4.0 marked a significant advancement in vulnerability assessment methodologies. This updated framework, replacing its predecessor CVSS v3.0, focuses on improving the evaluation of vulnerabilities for…
A new malware loader known as HijackLoader is increasingly being adopted by cybercriminals to deploy various payloads, including information-stealing software such as DanaBot, SystemBC, and RedLine Stealer. First identified in July 2023, HijackLoader distinguishes itself with a modular architecture that allows for adaptable code injection and execution. This characteristic is…
Nokia Investigates Cyberattack Linked to Hacking Group IntelBroker Nokia has launched an extensive inquiry into a cyberattack reportedly executed by a hacking group identified as IntelBroker. This group has been disseminating sensitive corporate information across the internet for the last three days, prompting significant concerns both within Nokia and the…
US Cyber Defense Agency Disavows Election Fraud Allegations, Ensures Election Day Security The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has firmly stated that there are no credible threats that could impact the outcome of the upcoming presidential election. In a press briefing held a day before the election on November…
