Nation-State Actors Leverage AI for Cyber Attacks Recent investigations reveal that nation-state actors from Russia, North Korea, Iran, and China are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) into their cyber offensive strategies. This alarming trend indicates a significant evolution in the tactics employed by these actors…
Cyber Attacks Linked to Iran and Hezbollah Targeting Israel Amid Ongoing Conflict In the wake of heightened tensions resulting from the Israel-Hamas war, hackers associated with Iran and Hezbollah have orchestrated a range of cyber attacks aimed at undermining public support for Israel. These cyber offensives emerged prominently after October…
This week’s cybersecurity updates highlight several significant incidents and developments affecting both users and organizations. We summarize the key news that we haven’t covered in depth. Click on the headlines to access the full stories, and remember to prioritize your safety online. In a notable shift, users of the uBlock…
Microsoft has announced the release of security patches addressing a staggering 143 vulnerabilities as part of its latest monthly updates. Among these issues, two have been confirmed to be actively exploited, heightening concerns for organizations relying on Microsoft software. The updates, which categorize five vulnerabilities as Critical, 136 as Important,…
In January 2024, Microsoft revealed that it fell victim to a cyberattack attributed to the Russian state-sponsored hacking group known as Midnight Blizzard, or Nobelium. This incident stands out not only due to the reputational ramifications for one of the world’s leading technology companies but also because of the ease…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response Highlights: Internet Archive Restarts Operations Amid Threats, New Warning on Kerberoasting, and Increase in Passkey Adoption Anviksha More (AnvikshaMore) • October 17, 2024 Image: Shutterstock This week, ISMG presents a summary of significant cybersecurity incidents and breaches worldwide. Notable events include…
Void Banshee APT Exploits Microsoft MHTML Vulnerability in Information Theft Campaign An advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Void Banshee has been detected leveraging a newly identified security vulnerability in the Microsoft MHTML browser engine. This zero-day exploit is being used to distribute an information-stealing malware known as Atlantida.…
In a notable expansion of its operations, the banking trojan known as Mispadu has shifted its attention from its initial focus on Latin America to include targets in Italy, Poland, and Sweden. Initially identified in 2019, Mispadu has evolved into a significant threat, particularly against sectors including finance, law, motor…
In its latest Annual Digital Defense Report, Microsoft sheds light on its continued mission to protect users and organizations from an escalating array of cyber threats. With remarkable efficacy, the company reported it has thwarted an impressive 600 million cyberattacks daily, encompassing a range of threats from hacking attempts to…
