Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Decades-Old Vulnerability Discovered by Researchers Using AI Tool Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • November 22, 2024 AI-driven fuzzing technology identifies bugs. (Image: Shutterstock) Researchers at Google have utilized an AI-enabled fuzzing tool to uncover 26 vulnerabilities across open-source code repositories, with…
Experts Urge Federal Agencies to Enhance Cyber Defense Against Rising Chinese Threats Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • November 19, 2024 Image: Shutterstock Leading cybersecurity experts are calling for proactive measures from federal agencies to counter an uptick in cyber threats traced back to China. This includes promoting collaboration between public and…
Breach Notification, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Healthcare Ransomware Attack Exposes Personal Data of Over 133,000 at Small Oklahoma Hospital Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • November 19, 2024 Image: Great Plains Regional Medical Center Great Plains Regional Medical Center, a 62-bed facility in Elk City, Oklahoma, experienced a significant ransomware attack…
In 2024, human errors accounted for nearly 68% of reported data breaches, highlighting a critical vulnerability in cybersecurity defenses. This alarming statistic was detailed in the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, recently referenced in a specialized article on Eset’s Romanian blog. Most breaches stemmed from phishing and pretexting schemes,…
Cyber Threats in Google Searches: Understanding Risks and Safeguards Google has revolutionized the way we gather information, seamlessly integrating into our everyday lives. From quickly finding directions to researching complex topics, Google’s search engine has become indispensable. However, the ease of access to information comes with a hidden risk: the…
On July 25, 2023, Cyber Threat Intelligence revealed that North Korean state-sponsored hackers connected to the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB) were linked to the JumpCloud breach due to a significant operational security (OPSEC) error that revealed their IP address. Google’s threat intelligence firm Mandiant has identified this group as UNC4899, which overlaps with known clusters like Jade Sleet and TraderTraitor—hackers notorious for targeting the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Furthermore, UNC4899 shares connections with APT43, another hacking group affiliated with North Korea, previously exposed in March for conducting intelligence-gathering campaigns and stealing cryptocurrency from various companies. Their tactics include employing Operational Relay Boxes (ORBs) using L2TP IPsec tunnels along with commercial VPN services to conceal their identity.
North Korean State-Sponsored Hackers Identified in JumpCloud Breach Due to Operational Security Oversight On July 25, 2023, cybersecurity experts revealed that the recent breach of JumpCloud, a directory-as-a-service provider, has been linked to North Korean state-sponsored hackers associated with the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB). The inquiry into the attack found…
On July 25, 2023, Cyber Threat Intelligence revealed that North Korean state-sponsored hackers connected to the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB) were linked to the JumpCloud breach due to a significant operational security (OPSEC) error that revealed their IP address. Google’s threat intelligence firm Mandiant has identified this group as UNC4899, which overlaps with known clusters like Jade Sleet and TraderTraitor—hackers notorious for targeting the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Furthermore, UNC4899 shares connections with APT43, another hacking group affiliated with North Korea, previously exposed in March for conducting intelligence-gathering campaigns and stealing cryptocurrency from various companies. Their tactics include employing Operational Relay Boxes (ORBs) using L2TP IPsec tunnels along with commercial VPN services to conceal their identity.
Emerging Concerns over Law Enforcement Surveillance Technologies and Implications for Privacy Recent discussions have highlighted the extensive array of tools available to law enforcement agencies, notably facial recognition technologies. Nicole Napolitano, director of research at the Center for Policing Equity, emphasized that while tools such as facial recognition can enhance…
Data Vigilante Exposes 8 Million Employee Records in MOVEit Vulnerability Breach In a significant breach linked to the vulnerabilities of the MOVEit file transfer software, a self-styled “Data Vigilante” identified as Nam3L3ss has leaked approximately 8 million employee records from prominent corporations, including Amazon, 3M, HP, and Delta. The MOVEit…
In this week’s Cybersecurity Newsletter, we bring you informed updates and critical insights from the ever-evolving sector of cybersecurity. Our selection of top stories keeps you appraised of the latest threats and trends in this fast-paced digital environment. Equip yourself with knowledge to safeguard your organization against emerging risks while…
