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Black Basta Ransomware Targets Over 500 Organizations in North America, Europe, and Australia

Black Basta Ransomware Targets Critical Infrastructure Globally The Black Basta ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group has made a significant impact since its inception in April 2022, successfully compromising over 500 private and critical infrastructure entities across North America, Europe, and Australia. Recent joint advisories released by leading cybersecurity authorities, including the Cybersecurity…

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IBM Data Breach 2024: Could It Be a Hoax?

A cyber threat group named 888 has gained attention following its recent assertion of a successful breach into the servers of International Business Machines (IBM). The group claims to have stolen approximately 17,500 records containing sensitive information related to both current and former employees of the company. However, skepticism surrounds…

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FBI Releases 7,000 Decryption Keys to Assist LockBit Ransomware Victims

The FBI has announced that it possesses over 7,000 decryption keys related to the LockBit ransomware operation, a significant development aimed at assisting victims in recovering their data at no cost. Bryan Vorndran, the assistant director of the FBI’s Cyber Division, highlighted this initiative during his keynote address at the…

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Rebranded Knight Ransomware Sets Its Sights on Global Healthcare and Businesses

A recent analysis has uncovered a new ransomware variant known as RansomHub, which is believed to be a rebranded and updated version of Knight ransomware, itself a successor to the Cyclops strain. This evolution in ransomware is indicative of the persistent threat landscape that cybersecurity professionals face today. Knight ransomware,…

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Ransomware Hackers Exploit Cloud Service Platforms as Their Playground

In recent years, the landscape of cybercrime has become increasingly perilous, with ransomware attacks surging in both frequency and sophistication. Cybercriminal organizations have gained notoriety for infiltrating targeted networks, encrypting vital databases, and effectively locking out businesses from their critical data until a ransom is paid. This evolving approach to…

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New Qilin Ransomware Targeting VPN Credentials to Exfiltrate Chrome Data

The recent Qilin ransomware attack has raised significant alarms within the cybersecurity community, particularly due to the method employed by the threat actors. Reports indicate that these attackers compromised a limited number of endpoints by stealing credentials stored in Google Chrome browsers. This credential harvesting technique represents an alarming evolution…

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BlackCat Ransomware Group Collapses Following Alleged $22M Payout from Change Healthcare – Krebs on Security

Change Healthcare Allegedly Pays $22 Million Ransom to BlackCat Ransomware Group Amid Ongoing Cyberattack In a troubling development in the ongoing saga of cybercrime, U.S. healthcare firm Change Healthcare reportedly made a $22 million extortion payment to the notorious BlackCat ransomware group, also known as ALPHV. This action follows severe…

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Exit Scam: BlackCat Ransomware Group Disappears Following $22 Million Ransom Collection

Recent developments surrounding the BlackCat ransomware group have raised significant concerns within the cybersecurity community, as the actors appear to have executed a strategic exit from their operations. Following the upload of a fraudulent law enforcement seizure banner, BlackCat has reportedly shuttered its darknet presence, a move indicative of a…

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THN Cybersecurity Highlights: Key Threats and Trends (Sept 30 – Oct 6)

Cybersecurity Weekly Recap: Takedowns, DDoS Attacks, and Emerging Threats The realm of cybersecurity continues to evolve with alarming speed, as evidenced by the latest developments in the threat landscape. One significant topic this week is the prevalence of "pig butchering" scams, alongside impactful government interventions and a staggering array of…

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