A recent international initiative, dubbed Operation Power Off, has led to the successful dismantling of more than 27 major platforms engaged in providing Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack services. These platforms, which have been instrumental in facilitating large-scale cyberattacks for clients, have been shut down as part of a…
Attack Surface Management, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • December 13, 2024 Image: Shutterstock Recent findings reveal that an Iranian state-sponsored hacking group is deploying sophisticated malware, described by experts as a “cyber weapon,” aimed at infiltrating Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology…
Amid Rising Cyber Threats, Business Owners Urged to Heighten Vigilance Against Phishing Attacks In an era marked by a troubling rise in data breaches, cyber safety communications have become commonplace. Recent emails alerting recipients to yet another data breach may seem routine, but security experts warn that these messages could…
Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of 58,000 Byte Federal Customers Byte Federal, the largest operator of Bitcoin ATMs in the United States, recently reported a significant data breach that has potentially compromised the personal information of approximately 58,000 customers. The company, which operates around 1,200 Bitcoin ATMs nationwide, acknowledged that…
Krispy Kreme Faces Cyber Attack During Holiday Season In a significant cybersecurity incident, Krispy Kreme, the prominent American doughnut and coffee chain, experienced a sophisticated attack that disrupted its sales operations amidst the crucial Christmas season. The breach occurred in November 2024 and primarily affected the company’s online ordering system,…
Data Breach Sparks Legal Action Against Bitcoin ATM Operator Byte Federal In a significant development within the realm of cybersecurity, Byte Federal, a prominent operator of Bitcoin ATMs, is facing potential legal action due to a recent data breach. Reports indicate that sensitive information belonging to customers may have been…
In a notable development in the world of domestic extremism, Robert Rundo, an American neo-Nazi and co-founder of the Rise Above Movement (RAM), was sentenced today to federal prison for orchestrating violent attacks against ideological opponents at political rallies in California during 2017. This culmination follows a six-year legal saga…
As we approach 2025, the landscape of generative AI and emerging technologies is significantly transforming business operations. This evolution introduces various measures for organizations to bolster their security, yet it simultaneously escalates the risk of cyber incidents. The rapid advancement of cyber attackers presents significant challenges that companies will need…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Government Secret Blizzard Utilizes Third-Party Amadey Bots to Compromise Ukrainian Military Devices Jayant Chakravarti (@JayJay_Tech) • December 12, 2024 A Ukrainian soldier operating a drone on the battlefield in 2023. (Image: Shutterstock) A state-sponsored hacking group from Russia, identified as Center 16…
