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North Korean Hackers Steal Millions from Global Cryptocurrency Startups

Recent intelligence reveals that operators linked to the Lazarus group’s BlueNoroff sub-group have orchestrated a series of cyberattacks targeting small and medium-sized enterprises across the globe. The objective of these attacks is to siphon cryptocurrency assets, marking a significant maneuver by this recognized North Korean state-sponsored actor. Kaspersky, a prominent…

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How Hackers Target User Credentials Through Phishing and Sell Them Online

Cybersecurity Alert: The Rising Threat of Stolen Credentials Recent trends in cybercrime highlight the concerning prevalence of stolen account credentials as a primary vector for initial access attacks. A single compromised set of credentials poses significant risks, potentially jeopardizing an entire organization’s network security. The 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigation…

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Microsoft Issues Alert on New “Payroll Pirate” Scam Targeting Employee Direct Deposits

Microsoft has issued a warning about a sophisticated scam known as “Payroll Pirate,” which is currently targeting employees by redirecting their paycheck deposits into accounts controlled by fraudsters. This attack begins with the compromise of employee profiles on platforms like Workday or other cloud-based HR services. The scammers initiate the…

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A Ransomware Apocalypse Is Looming for Everyone

Generative AI is poised to empower individuals to perpetrate advanced phishing attacks, which will only be thwarted by next-generation multi-factor authentication devices. In 2023, ransomware incidents soared to unprecedented levels, resulting in record-breaking damages. Weekly headlines highlighted high-profile organizations such as MGM, Johnson Controls, Clorox, Hanes Brands, and Caesars Palace,…

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Phishing, Malware, and Hacker Factions Aligning with Their Causes

Ukraine’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-UA) has issued a warning regarding cyber attacks orchestrated by Belarusian state-sponsored hackers, aimed at military personnel and associated individuals amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This phishing campaign is significant as it targets accounts affiliated with the Ukrainian military, specifically personal accounts hosted on…

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Automotive Titan Stellantis Faces Significant Third-Party Data Breach

NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Stellantis, a prominent automotive manufacturer, has confirmed a significant data breach that compromised customer contact information. The intrusion occurred through a third-party platform utilized for customer services in North America. This incident aligns with a series of large-scale cyberattacks targeting cloud-based…

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Renault Alerts UK Customers About Data Breach Involving Third-Party Supplier

Stolen Data May Fuel Targeted Phishing Campaigns, Experts Caution Renault has informed a number of UK customers that their personal information may have been compromised as a result of a cyberattack on one of its third-party suppliers. The car manufacturer’s notification follows an incident that has raised concerns about the…

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60% of UK Secondary Schools Targeted by Cyber Attacks or Breaches in the Last Year | Cybercrime

Data Breach Targets UK Nurseries: Education Sector Under Cyber Threat Last month, a significant cyber incident targeted UK nurseries, culminating in the exposure of children’s data online by a hacking group known as Radiant. This breach has sparked widespread condemnation, with critics labeling it as a new low in cybersecurity…

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