Ransomware Alert: Black Basta Campaign Sees Notable Resurgence Recent findings from cybersecurity researchers at Rapid7 have unveiled a significant resurgence of a social engineering campaign orchestrated by the notorious Black Basta ransomware group, also known as UNC4393. This revamped operation threatens organizations worldwide, showcasing the group’s refined tactics and increasing…
Recent sightings of large, unidentified flying objects in New Jersey, particularly in rural areas, have ignited speculation among residents and officials alike. Witnesses have reported these objects, described as being about the size of cars, causing significant disruptions to electronic devices, including GPS systems and clocks. This raises concerns about…
Cloud Security, Finance & Banking, Industry Specific Report: Financial Organizations Turn to Multi-Cloud Strategies Amid Cyber Threats and Regulatory Pressures Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 10, 2024 Financial institutions are increasingly embracing multi-cloud strategies to enhance resilience and comply with regulatory demands in the face of escalating cyber threats. (Image:…
Growing Concerns Over Data Breaches Among U.S. Adults: A CNET Survey Recent findings from a CNET survey reveal a troubling trend in cybersecurity, indicating that nearly half of U.S. adults are aware that their personal information has been compromised in a data breach. Specifically, the survey suggests that around 47%…
Researchers have unveiled a serious vulnerability targeting AMD’s Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV) technology, which is extensively utilized by top cloud service providers like Amazon AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. This vulnerability, termed BadRAM, exploits a weakness that allows attackers to manipulate memory reporting during system boot, rendering the associated…
Major Data Breach: Cipla Pharma Compromised by Akira Ransomware Attack Cipla, a leading pharmaceutical firm based in India, has suffered a severe ransomware breach orchestrated by the cybercriminal group known as Akira. This breach has resulted in the theft of approximately 70GB of sensitive information, significantly impacting the company’s ability…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Key Announcements from Microsoft Ignite 2024: Advancements in AI and Copilot Technology Yamini Kalra • December 10, 2024 Source: Microsoft During the recent Microsoft Ignite 2024 event in Chicago, advanced artificial intelligence took the forefront, with CEO Satya Nadella highlighting its role as “the most…
Cybersecurity Landscape of 2024: A Year of Significant Breaches and Evolving Threats The cybersecurity domain has faced unprecedented challenges in 2024, marked by an array of significant data breaches and attacks that have reshaped the threat landscape. From record-breaking ransomware payouts to complex nation-state aggressions, the repercussions of these incidents…
In recent developments within the casino landscape, multiple Las Vegas establishments have started to enforce stricter policies regarding mobile phone usage at gaming tables. Although many casinos have historically restricted phone use during active hands, or have outright banned phones in the past, these measures are now becoming increasingly prevalent.…
