Recent cybersecurity investigations reveal that Iranian state-sponsored actors have employed a novel command-and-control (C2) framework identified as MuddyC2Go. This development is part of ongoing cyber assaults directed at Israel, heightening concerns regarding the threat landscape in the region. Security researcher Simon Kenin from Deep Instinct outlined in a report released…
Ransomware Attacks: A Critical Response Guide for Business Owners As ransomware attacks continue to escalate, the consequences of falling victim can be severe and unsettling. Business owners navigating this challenging landscape must act swiftly and decisively to mitigate potential damage. This guide provides a structured response to a ransomware incident,…
Election Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Foreign Influence Campaigns Intensify as Experts Tout Election Security Upgrades Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • October 29, 2024 The latest early voting tracking data indicates over 50 million ballots have been cast in the presidential race. (Image: Shutterstock) Foreign influence efforts are gaining momentum as…
Recent reports reveal that state-sponsored hackers, associated with China, successfully compromised 20,000 Fortinet FortiGate systems globally by exploiting a critical vulnerability between 2022 and 2023. This breach appears to have far-reaching implications that were previously underestimated. The Dutch National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) disclosed that the attackers had prior knowledge…
Cybersecurity Risks Remain High in Healthcare Sector Recent findings by Software Advice highlight the ongoing vulnerability of medical practices to cyberattacks, with more than a third of respondents lacking a cybersecurity incident response plan. This deficiency poses significant risks, such as patient data breaches and potential HIPAA violations, as the…
A recent analysis has uncovered a new ransomware variant known as RansomHub, which is believed to be a rebranded and updated version of Knight ransomware, itself a successor to the Cyclops strain. This evolution in ransomware is indicative of the persistent threat landscape that cybersecurity professionals face today. Knight ransomware,…
Emerging Android Spyware Targets Urdu-Speaking Audience in Gilgit-Baltistan Recent investigations have revealed a targeted espionage campaign aimed at Urdu-speaking individuals visiting regional news websites focused on the Gilgit-Baltistan area. This attack utilizes a previously undocumented Android spyware, identified as Kamran, designed to harvest sensitive information from compromised devices. ESET, the…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom, Geo-Specific Experts Inform Lawmakers of Challenges in Scaling Businesses in the U.K. Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • October 29, 2024 Image: Shutterstock During a recent session with the U.K. parliamentary committee, experts warned that the country’s reliance on foreign investments for…
Black Basta Ransomware Exploits Windows Vulnerability Recent investigations by Symantec have revealed that threat actors associated with the Black Basta ransomware may have leveraged a newly uncovered zero-day vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Error Reporting Service. This security flaw, identified as CVE-2024-26169, is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability…
