Understanding Operational Security: The Importance of Prioritizing Digital Safety Operational security (OpSec) is a critical concept that relates to safeguarding sensitive information before crises arise. It involves the proactive implementation of protective measures to avoid potential risks down the line, reflecting an almost time-travel-like foresight. In today’s digital age, where…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Alleged Russian Military Officer Arrested in Thailand for 2016 Election Interference Mathew J. Schwartz ( euroinfosec) • November 17, 2025 Thai authorities apprehend a suspected Russian hacker in Phuket on Nov. 6, 2025. (Image: Thai Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau) On November 6,…
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), alongside the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has released a joint advisory aimed at elucidating the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) in its cyber operations against U.S. and…
Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro Highlights Trump Administration’s Efforts to Secure Crypto for Investors Suparna Goswami (gsuparna) • November 13, 2025 High-rise buildings in the China Special Economic Zone in Ton Pheung, Laos, targeted by the U.S. government’s new Scam Center Task…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, the Colonial Pipeline, a crucial fuel pipeline operator in the United States, fell victim to a ransomware attack that has led to a regional emergency declaration from the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This declaration affects 17 states and the District of Columbia,…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has filed charges against Kendra Kingsbury, a former FBI employee, for her illicit removal and retention of numerous national security documents over a span of 13 years, from June 2004 to December 2017. The indictment reveals that Kingsbury, who served as an intelligence analyst…
The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, known as Europol, has reported the apprehension of a Romanian citizen believed to be involved in ransomware activities that targeted high-profile organizations. This marks the third such arrest in Romania concerning ransomware affiliates, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in cybersecurity defenses across various sectors.…
In a significant development, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the recovery of 63.7 bitcoins, valued at approximately $2.3 million. This amount was previously paid by Colonial Pipeline to DarkSide ransomware attackers on May 8, under a seizure warrant issued by the Northern District of California. The recovery represents…
— Criminal impersonation of U.S. immigration officers has emerged as a significant threat, as detailed in a recent warning bulletin from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The document, released last month, outlines several incidents across multiple states involving individuals fraudulently claiming to be agents of Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
