The Wall Street Journal has reported that Charter Communications, Consolidated Communications, and Windstream have joined the expanding list of U.S. telecommunications companies targeted by Chinese state-sponsored hackers as part of the Salt Typhoon cyber campaign. This development underscores the continued vulnerability of critical infrastructure in the face of foreign espionage…
Hackers have released a second round of data purportedly stolen in the alleged breach of Cisco’s systems, which reportedly occurred in October 2024. The group known as IntelBroker, which has previously claimed responsibility for several high-profile breaches, announced this latest leak on Christmas Eve via Breach Forums, detailing the publication…
In this week’s Cyber Security Newsletter, we delve into the latest trends and critical updates in the cybersecurity landscape. As the digital environment continues to evolve rapidly, it is essential for organizations to stay informed about the most pressing threats and take proactive measures to safeguard their assets. This edition…
In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, the Serbian hacker group, IntelBroker, has made headlines for its audacious breaches of major corporations, including Apple Inc., Facebook Marketplace, AMD, and Zscaler. They have recently claimed to have compromised Cisco’s infrastructure, reportedly releasing around 2.9 GB of data purporting to originate from…
On December 16, 2024, a significant data breach involving Cisco was publicly disclosed, with hackers releasing 2.9GB of sensitive data on Breach Forums, a notorious platform for cybercrime. This leak, attributed to a user known as IntelBroker, is part of a larger dataset totaling 4.5TB that was reportedly left unsecured…
In 2024, a notable increase in cyberattacks targeting U.S. critical infrastructure has been observed, particularly focusing on network devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS) systems. This surge reflects a concerning trend where threat actors exploit vulnerabilities to compromise essential services, thus heightening security risks for businesses and government entities alike. Among the…
Rising Concerns Over Employee Data Breaches Amidst Lack of Cybersecurity Investment Recent weeks have seen a surge in the exposure of sensitive employee data across a multitude of organizations, a trend that highlights significant vulnerabilities in data security protocols. For example, on November 12, Amazon Inc. confirmed a substantial breach…
In this week’s Cybersecurity Newsletter, we delve into recent developments that raise critical concerns for business owners navigating the digital security landscape. As the cyber threat environment evolves rapidly, it is essential to stay informed about the latest vulnerabilities, breaches, and data security threats impacting organizations worldwide. The newsletter covers…
The recent uptick in malicious cyber activity has highlighted critical sectors at risk, particularly in the realm of Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare and Nation-State Attacks, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. National Security Officials Share Intelligence on a Cyberespionage Campaign Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • November 25, 2024 Chinese hackers are…
