North Korean cybercriminals have intensified their focus on the cryptocurrency sector through a new sophisticated malware campaign identified as “Hidden Risk,” according to recent findings by cybersecurity firm SentinelOne. The attack is attributed to the state-sponsored threat actor group known as BlueNoroff, which operates as a subgroup of the notorious…
Articles related to Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response. Breaking: Ransomware Hackers Hurdle Baguettes for Data By Anviksha More (AnvikshaMore) • November 7, 2024 Image: Shutterstock / ISMG Each week, Information Security Media Group compiles a report on cybersecurity incidents and breaches occurring globally. This week highlighted…
Cloud Security Under Siege: A Growing Concern for Organizations As cloud solutions have become increasingly ubiquitous in the modern business landscape, the risks associated with data breaches have also escalated dramatically. In 2023, approximately 82% of data breaches targeted public, private, or hybrid cloud environments, underlining the vulnerabilities that accompany…
Data Breaches Impose Heavy Financial Costs on Companies, New Report Reveals ExtraHop®, a frontrunner in cloud-native network detection and response (NDR), has unveiled a report illustrating the staggering financial implications of significant data breaches on publicly traded companies. The analysis indicates that organizations typically incur an average loss of approximately…
The recent cyber incident involving the MITRE Corporation has shed light on the intricacies of the attack, with the earliest signs of compromise identified as far back as December 31, 2023. This breach, which came to public attention in April 2024, specifically targeted MITRE’s Networked Experimentation, Research, and Virtualization Environment…
A newly identified variant of Apple macOS malware, known as XLoader, has been discovered in the wild, cleverly disguised as a productivity application named “OfficeNote.” This development raises significant concerns for users in professional environments, as the malware specifically targets sensitive information. The exploit utilizes a password-protected disk image labeled…
International Police Coalition Targets Cybercrime Networks In a significant crackdown on cybercriminal activities, an international coalition of law enforcement agencies has successfully disrupted a variety of online scams, including phishing attempts, credential theft, and ransomware distribution. This operation, known as Synergia II, was spearheaded by Interpol and spanned from early…
The recent emergence of the malware known as ToxicPanda has raised alarms particularly among Android users. This malicious software, which is primarily aimed at extracting sensitive financial information, notably bank account details, has garnered attention for its deceptive tactics. ToxicPanda masquerades as legitimate applications, making it challenging for users to…
Nokia Investigates Alleged Data Breach Involving Source Code Leaked on Hacking Forum Nokia, the Finnish telecommunications giant, is currently investigating troubling reports regarding the alleged leak of its source code on a criminal hacking forum. The situation has sparked concern within the cybersecurity community, specifically among businesses that rely on…
