Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming society in numerous beneficial ways, yet it has also become a tool exploited by cybercriminals to perpetrate nefarious activities. Threat actors, both seasoned and novice, leverage AI to enhance their data-gathering capabilities and to generate convincing phishing communications, thereby streamlining their malicious endeavors. As a…
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…
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…
Cyber Security Landscape Amidst Rising Threats: Insights from the 2024 Breaches Survey The recently released 2024 Cyber Security Breaches Survey paints a concerning picture for UK businesses grappling with escalating cyber threats. As the frequency and sophistication of cyber-attacks continue to rise, particularly targeting larger enterprises, organizations are increasingly challenged…
ESET Research has uncovered a troubling expansion of the Telekopye scam network, which now targets popular accommodation booking services such as Booking.com and Airbnb. This development marks a significant shift in the landscape of online scams, where fraudulent activities have increasingly targeted unsuspecting travelers during peak booking seasons. In July…
Central Tickets Suffers Major Data Breach, Exposing User Information In July 2024, Central Tickets, a London-based platform specializing in discounted theatre tickets, encountered a significant data breach that compromised a broad spectrum of personal information for its users. The breach began on July 1, but Central Tickets remained unaware of…
As the browser becomes the dominant workspace in enterprises, it is increasingly exploited by cybercriminals as a key attack vector. Various threats ranging from account takeovers and phishing attacks to malicious browser extensions highlight the browser’s role in compromising sensitive data and breaching organizational systems. Security professionals tasked with developing…
Cloudflare recently published a study focusing on cybersecurity within the Asia Pacific region, revealing a pressing concern among cybersecurity leaders regarding the role of artificial intelligence in exacerbating data breaches. The report, titled “Navigating the New Security Landscape: Asia Pacific Cybersecurity Readiness Survey,” highlights the challenges organizations face in countering…
Rising Costs of Data Breaches in ASEAN Highlight Cybersecurity Challenges A recent study has revealed that the average expense associated with a data breach in the ASEAN region has surged to an unprecedented S$4.34 million (approximately US$3.33 million) in 2024. This figure marks a 7% increase from the previous year…
