Ransomware Attack Targets Sensata Technologies, Compromising Critical Data In a significant cybersecurity incident, Sensata Technologies, a major manufacturer specializing in sensors and electrical components for vital applications, fell victim to a ransomware attack over the weekend of April 6, 2025. This attack led to the unauthorized access and theft of…
A recent breach has unearthed a significant cache of 190,000 chat messages exchanged among members of the Black Basta ransomware group, revealing a well-structured and efficient operation. The leaked communications highlight participants with expertise in various domains, including exploit development, infrastructure optimization, and social engineering. Initially shared on the file-sharing…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom, Geo-Specific Cybersecurity Experts Critique UK Home Office Ransomware Payment Proposals Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • April 4, 2025 Ransomware protection efforts in the United Kingdom face scrutiny. (Image: Shutterstock) A group of cybersecurity experts in the United Kingdom has expressed significant concerns…
Recent Shift in Ransomware Tactics: The Emergence of Data Extortion In a notable development within the realm of cybercrime, ransomware groups are evolving their strategies, particularly in the wake of heightened law enforcement scrutiny and government monitoring. Traditionally, these gangs have engaged in a two-pronged approach: stealing data from compromised…
Malaysian Airport’s Ransomware Attack Serves as a Cautionary Tale for Asia’s Cybersecurity Landscape In a concerning incident that highlights the vulnerabilities within the aviation sector, a Malaysian airport has fallen victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack. This breach underscores the growing trend of cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure and serves…
Zoom, the widely used video conferencing platform integral to business communications, is currently embroiled in a serious cybersecurity issue. The company is being associated with an troubling spike in cybercrime incidents, particularly concerning the distribution of BlackSuit ransomware targeting Windows systems. It is crucial to clarify that the legitimate Zoom…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Video Also: Rapid7’s Boardroom Shake-Up, China’s Tactical Shift in Cyber Operations Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • March 28, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Mathew Schwartz, Michael Novinson, and Tony Morbin. In this week’s analysis, ISMG editors delve into the contrasting strategies of ransomware attacks,…
New Threat: Browser-Native Ransomware Emerges as the Latest Cybersecurity Challenge Palo Alto, USA, March 28th, 2025 — A significant shift in the landscape of cyber threats has been identified with the rise of browser-native ransomware, an emerging tactic that could pose serious risks for organizations. Cybersecurity experts from SquareX have…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware New Ransomware Attack Linked to Seasoned Cyberespionage Group Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • March 26, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A highly organized group of mercenary hackers, known as RedCurl, is reportedly evolving its tactics by deploying ransomware against hypervisors in focused and highly selective attacks.…
