Cybercriminals are intensifying their methods, departing from conventional data encryption tactics to adopt a more aggressive form of extortion known as quadruple extortion. This concerning development is detailed in the latest Ransomware Report 2025: Building Resilience Amid a Volatile Threat Landscape, published today by Akamai, a prominent player in cybersecurity…
A recent joint report from FS-ISAC, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing financial cybersecurity, and Akamai Technologies, a leading cybersecurity and cloud services provider, has identified a significant trend: Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks are increasingly targeting the global financial sector. These cyber assaults aim to inundate online services, disrupting access…
In recent years, the cybersecurity landscape has been significantly influenced by high-profile groups such as Lizard Squad, whose activities stirred considerable discussion within the industry. Despite criticism from security experts regarding the media’s depiction of Lizard Squad as “sophisticated,” the impact of their Christmas attack was undeniable. Such incidents serve…
In the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, high-stakes incidents demand prompt and coordinated responses from organizations. The rapid evolution of threats, particularly in the face of ransomware attacks, data breaches, or insider threats, elevates the urgency for immediate action. While technical expertise is crucial, the importance of effective communication cannot be…
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks have long stood as a prevalent threat in the cybersecurity landscape, employed by malicious actors to inundate websites with overwhelming amounts of illegitimate web traffic. This tactic often results in significant slowdowns, crashes, or total inaccessibility for legitimate users. The primary intent behind these…
Rising Cyber Threats Amid Geopolitical Tensions Kochi, India – In the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, a prominent cyber-security threat intelligence report has unveiled alarming statistics regarding cyber-attacks targeting Indian entities. More than 500 government and private organizations in India have come under assault from pro-Pakistani and…
Title: Major DDoS Attack Disrupts Zoom Services: An Examination of Security Vulnerabilities On March 19, 2025, the popular video conferencing platform Zoom experienced a significant service outage that sent shockwaves across its global user base, primarily consisting of IT professionals, educators, and businesses. Reports indicate that users encountered difficulties accessing…
Major Security Incident Hits 4chan Amid Claims of Source Code Breach 4chan, the infamous imageboard, is currently experiencing significant downtime amid allegations of a security breach. A user from the competing Soyjak.st forum has claimed to have obtained and leaked the site’s custom source code, known as Yotsuba. An investigation…
On Monday, the social media platform X experienced a series of intermittent outages, which owner Elon Musk attributed to what he described as a “massive cyberattack.” In an initial post on X, Musk indicated that the attack was executed by “either a large, coordinated group and/or a country.” Shortly after,…
