Zyxel has issued critical security updates to address significant vulnerabilities affecting two of its end-of-life network-attached storage (NAS) devices. These flaws could allow unauthenticated attackers to execute operating system commands and arbitrary code on compromised systems. The affected models include the NAS326, which is running versions V5.21(AAZF.16)C0 and earlier, and…
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…
Transak, a provider of crypto on-ramp services, has recently disclosed a data breach affecting over 92,000 users, attributed to a phishing attack. This incident underscores the persistent cybersecurity vulnerabilities that plague the cryptocurrency industry. On October 21, 2024, Transak reported that the breach involved the exposure of Know Your Customer…
Four Vietnamese Nationals Indicted in Major Cybercrime Case Linked to FIN9 Group The U.S. Department of Justice has announced the indictment of four Vietnamese individuals tied to the notorious FIN9 cybercrime organization. These defendants are facing serious charges for their roles in a series of cyber intrusions that have resulted…
The global cyber fraud landscape has revealed a concerning trend: many victims are individuals with substantial education and technological proficiency, who frequently engage in digital transactions such as wire transfers and mobile payments. This scenario underscores a paradox; higher education does not guarantee protection against increasingly sophisticated online scams. While…
Rise in Data Breaches Spurs Calls for Enhanced Cybersecurity Measures in Malaysia Cybersecurity experts are voicing urgent concerns over a dramatic surge in data breaches in Malaysia, prompting the need for more stringent security protocols and frameworks. Recent statistics reveal an alarming increase of 1,192% in data breaches, with reported…
A cyber espionage actor with links to China has been identified as the perpetrator behind a sustained attack against an undisclosed organization in East Asia, an intrusion that has reportedly spanned approximately three years. This threat actor took advantage of legacy F5 BIG-IP appliances within the target’s infrastructure, using them…
AT&T Data Breach Exposes Wireless Customer Information Recent reports indicate that American telecom giant AT&T has suffered a significant data breach, leading to the unauthorized access of sensitive information pertaining to "nearly all" of its wireless customers. This security incident also affects customers of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that…
