North Korean State-Sponsored Group Partners with Ransomware Actors in Recent Cyberattack A recent report from Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 highlights alarming developments in the cybersecurity landscape, revealing a collaboration between the North Korean state-sponsored threat group known as Jumpy Pisces and the financially motivated Play ransomware group. This incident…
Ransomware Attacks: A Critical Response Guide for Business Owners As ransomware attacks continue to escalate, the consequences of falling victim can be severe and unsettling. Business owners navigating this challenging landscape must act swiftly and decisively to mitigate potential damage. This guide provides a structured response to a ransomware incident,…
Transak, a provider of crypto on-ramp services, has recently disclosed a data breach affecting over 92,000 users, attributed to a phishing attack. This incident underscores the persistent cybersecurity vulnerabilities that plague the cryptocurrency industry. On October 21, 2024, Transak reported that the breach involved the exposure of Know Your Customer…
Four Vietnamese Nationals Indicted in Major Cybercrime Case Linked to FIN9 Group The U.S. Department of Justice has announced the indictment of four Vietnamese individuals tied to the notorious FIN9 cybercrime organization. These defendants are facing serious charges for their roles in a series of cyber intrusions that have resulted…
AT&T Data Breach Exposes Wireless Customer Information Recent reports indicate that American telecom giant AT&T has suffered a significant data breach, leading to the unauthorized access of sensitive information pertaining to "nearly all" of its wireless customers. This security incident also affects customers of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that…
Increased Cyber Threats from Accidental Insiders Recent cybersecurity incidents have highlighted a pressing issue within organizational environments: the growing risk posed by accidental insiders. These individuals, who include long-term employees, contractors, and temporary workers, contribute to security vulnerabilities often without malicious intent. Their unknowing actions can create pathways for external…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response Also: Payment Card Theft Trends, Internet Archive Update Anviksha More (AnvikshaMore) • October 24, 2024 Image: Shutterstock This week’s cybersecurity roundup reveals significant developments globally, highlighting the U.S. government’s actions to restrict bulk data transfers to China, alongside Visa’s warnings about…
Ongoing Social Engineering Campaign Linked to Black Basta Ransomware Group Targets Enterprises A recent investigation has revealed an unfolding social engineering campaign that is reportedly associated with the Black Basta ransomware group. This campaign has led to multiple attempts to breach enterprise defenses, primarily aimed at credential theft and the…
The Mispadu banking Trojan has been identified as leveraging a recently patched vulnerability in Windows SmartScreen to target users in Mexico. This malware, which first appeared in 2019, has evolved into a new variant that cybercriminals are utilizing to gain unlawful access to sensitive information. According to a report from…
