Tag DDoS

Dux Human Health Data Breach, U.S. Credit Card Sales, Boulanger Database Leak, and Other Developments

Recent Dark Web Activity Exposes Major Cybersecurity Risks In the past week, SOCRadar’s Dark Web Team has identified significant threats circulating on hacker forums, raising alarms for organizations and individuals alike. Among the reported incidents is an alleged data breach involving up to 200,000 customers of Dux Human Health, compounded…

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The Most Significant Cybersecurity and Cyberattack Developments of 2024

In 2024, significant events in the realm of cybersecurity have underscored the growing threats businesses face in the digital age. A series of notable cyberattacks, data breaches, the emergence of new threat groups, and the exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities have attracted attention from cybersecurity professionals and business owners alike. One…

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New Vercara Study Uncovers the Effects of Brand Trust After Breaches and Growing Concerns Over External Threats

Vercara’s 2024 Consumer Trust & Risk Report Highlights Cybersecurity Perspectives Among U.S. Consumers HERNDON, Va., December 16, 2024—Vercara, a prominent provider of cloud-based security services, has released the second edition of its Consumer Trust & Risk Report, shedding light on consumer attitudes toward data breaches and brand trust. The findings…

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Operation Power Down: Global Initiative Aims at DDoS-for-Hire Networks

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…

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Krispy Kreme Doughnut Cyber Attack Could Impact Holiday Sales

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,…

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Cybersecurity Highlights of 2024: The Top 10 Major Developments

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…

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‘Matrix’ Hackers Launch Large-scale IoT Botnet for DDoS Attacks

Aqua Nautilus researchers have uncovered a significant Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) campaign attributed to a threat actor known as Matrix, which appears to have Russian affiliations. This investigation highlights the vulnerabilities that are being exploited, the techniques employed, and the potential repercussions for businesses globally. The newly identified DDoS…

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