Kaspersky Lab has reported a significant cybersecurity breach involving the leakage of over two million bank card details due to the activities of stealer malware. This incident underscores the ongoing threat posed by sophisticated cybercriminals and highlights the vulnerabilities that many organizations and their customers face. Business owners should take…
Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky’s Securelist have recently spotlighted a resurgent cyber espionage group identified as Angry Likho APT, also referred to by some security experts as Sticky Werewolf. This group has intensified its cyberattack activities, predominantly targeting organizations within Russia and Belarus. Active since 2023, Angry Likho APT exhibits procedural…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Governance & Risk Management Kaspersky Reports Updated EagerBee Malware Campaign Targeting Organizations in the Middle East Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 7, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Security researchers have issued a warning regarding a renewed malware campaign utilizing an upgraded variant of EagerBee, which is specifically…
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…
1.) Escalating Cyber Threats: Lazarus Group Targets Nuclear Power Sector with Advanced Malware The Lazarus Group, an elite hacking organization believed to receive backing from the North Korean government, has ramped up its cyber offensive by zeroing in on nuclear power organizations and critical infrastructure sectors. These targeted attacks employ…
Kaspersky Highlights Surge in Crypto-Drainer Malware and Dark Web Data Breaches In a recent report, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has raised alarms about an increase in crypto-drainer malware incidents and the proliferation of data breach advertisements on the dark web. This development underscores a growing threat to businesses that rely on…
Russian Cybercriminal Campaign Targets Retailers with Advanced Malware Tactics A recent malware campaign has been launched against retailers and service providers in Russia, marking a significant upsurge in cybercriminal activity since March 2023. According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, this operation aims to infiltrate targeted organizations through sophisticated remote access tools…
Understanding Stalkerware: A Growing Threat to Mobile Security In recent months, a concerning trend has emerged in the cybersecurity landscape: the rise of stalkerware, a form of malicious software that allows unauthorized individuals to secretly monitor and track another person’s device. This technology has become a significant concern for mobile…
A concerning trend has emerged in the cybersecurity landscape, as identified by Kaspersky, the prominent cybersecurity firm with origins in Russia. Cybercriminal organizations are increasingly collaborating to optimize their gains by executing consecutive malware attacks. The strategy typically involves initial infiltration using information-stealing malware, followed subsequently by a ransomware attack,…
