Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks pose a significant threat in the cybersecurity landscape, allowing attackers to intercept and potentially manipulate communications between two entities without their knowledge. This type of attack is especially alarming in digital environments where sensitive information, such as login credentials and personal data, is transmitted. The following analysis…
Cybersecurity experts at Group-IB have uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign that is currently targeting employees across more than 30 companies spanning 12 different industries globally. This malicious operation has successfully disseminated over 200 harmful links aimed at capturing user login credentials, with sectors including energy, fashion, finance, aerospace, telecommunications, government,…
With the arrival of the holiday shopping season, two of the most significant days for online consumers and retailers are on the horizon: Thanksgiving and Black Friday. This period brings a massive influx of online shoppers seeking enticing deals, but it also presents an opportune time for cybercriminals to exploit…
The landscape of cyber threats has evolved dramatically in recent years, with hackers increasingly targeting not just individual entities, but also utilizing interconnected systems to expand their attack surface. This shift is epitomized by the notorious Russian cyber group dubbed Fancy Bear, also recognized as APT28 or Forest Blizzard. Their…
Understanding Operational Technology and Its Cybersecurity Challenges Operational Technology (OT) encompasses the hardware and software that manage, monitor, and control physical devices, processes, and events within an enterprise. Unlike traditional Information Technology (IT) systems, OT operates directly within the physical realm, making it essential to address cybersecurity in a manner…
Securing supply chains against complex cyberattacks has never been more crucial as they serve as essential conduits for industries ranging from healthcare to manufacturing, while also being appealing targets for cybercriminals. The connected nature of contemporary business ecosystems has made third-party vendors key players in maintaining sensitive systems. However, many…
In 2023, personal identification data has become alarmingly less private, with a staggering 81% of Americans experiencing a compromise of their information through various data breaches. This revelation comes from James E. Lee, chief operating officer of the Identity Theft Resource Center, a California-based nonprofit that aims to mitigate the…
Emerging Cyber Threats Target Facebook Users Amid Fraudulent Campaigns Recent reports indicate a concerning rise in cyber threats targeting Facebook, with a particularly aggressive malvertising campaign distributing SYS01Stealer malware. This campaign underscores the vulnerabilities that exist on social media platforms, where lapses in basic cybersecurity hygiene can expose users to…
In a concerning scenario highlighting the persistent vulnerabilities in password security, an employee at a reputable financial institution, identified as Tom, has unwittingly exposed himself to potential cyber threats. Tom utilizes a long, complex password that he has memorized; however, he has started employing the same password across various platforms,…
