DeepSeek, an emerging AI startup based in China, has announced a temporary halt on user registrations due to a significant cyber attack that recently targeted its servers. Initial assessments indicate that the incident involved a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. This type of attack generates large volumes of false…
Cloudflare has successfully mitigated a staggering 5.6 terabits per second (Tbps) DDoS attack, setting a new record and underscoring the escalating threat posed by hyper-volumetric assaults. The incident, attributed to a botnet variant of Mirai, involved approximately 13,000 Internet of Things (IoT) devices and targeted an East Asian Internet Service…
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…
Japan’s NTT Docomo, the country’s leading mobile carrier, has recently suffered a cyber intrusion, following a significant attack earlier on Japan Airlines (JAL). The incident occurred early today and led to major disruptions in Docomo’s billing services, leaving many users unable to finalize their transactions. Fortunately, it has been reported…
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…
On Saturday, a wave of complex cyberattacks targeted nine websites belonging to the Italian government, leading to significant disruptions across critical digital services. Among the compromised sites were the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the official platforms for Milan’s principal airports, Linate and Malpensa. Despite the severity of the attack,…
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…
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…
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,…
