*Image credit — Bloomberg A significant hacking operation targeting Orange SA, a French telecommunications firm, was executed by a group known as Warlock. Earlier this month, approximately four gigabytes of stolen data surfaced on the dark web, although the breach occurred in July. In August, Orange had alerted relevant authorities…
In a significant cybersecurity breach, Allianz Life, a major US insurance firm, has had 2.8 million sensitive records exposed following a data leak linked to ongoing Salesforce attacks. These stolen records contain critical information pertaining to both business partners and customers, highlighting a troubling trend in the escalating sophistication of…
Dec 02, 2024
Cyber Threats / Weekly Summary
Curious about the constant activity in the digital realm? Here’s a startling fact: hackers launch around 2,200 attacks daily, meaning there’s an attempt to breach a system every 39 seconds. While we typically focus on conventional hackers, sophisticated AI now creates phishing emails so realistic that even seasoned cybersecurity experts struggle to identify them. Even more alarming, some new malware acts like a digital chameleon, adapting to evade detection by monitoring efforts to eliminate it. This week’s recap is filled with captivating insights that will change how you view technology.
⚡ Threat Highlight:
T-Mobile Detects Unauthorized Access Attempts: The U.S. telecom giant uncovered unusual activity within its network, revealing that there were attempts to infiltrate their systems…
Cybersecurity Threats in Review: Key Developments from Nov 25 – Dec 1, 2024 Hackers are relentless in their pursuit of vulnerabilities within digital infrastructures, launching approximately 2,200 cyberattacks daily. This startling statistic translates to an intrusion attempt every 39 seconds, emphasizing the constant threat faced by organizations today. Compounding this…
Dec 02, 2024
Cyber Threats / Weekly Summary
Curious about the constant activity in the digital realm? Here’s a startling fact: hackers launch around 2,200 attacks daily, meaning there’s an attempt to breach a system every 39 seconds. While we typically focus on conventional hackers, sophisticated AI now creates phishing emails so realistic that even seasoned cybersecurity experts struggle to identify them. Even more alarming, some new malware acts like a digital chameleon, adapting to evade detection by monitoring efforts to eliminate it. This week’s recap is filled with captivating insights that will change how you view technology.
⚡ Threat Highlight:
T-Mobile Detects Unauthorized Access Attempts: The U.S. telecom giant uncovered unusual activity within its network, revealing that there were attempts to infiltrate their systems…
The Tea app, designed to facilitate anonymous sharing of information among women regarding local men, has recently faced serious legal challenges following a significant data breach. This incident exposed a large volume of sensitive data, including thousands of selfies, ID photographs, and private conversations, leading to ten potential class action…
The Chinese APT group known as Salt Typhoon reportedly penetrated the network of a U.S. state’s Army National Guard for nearly nine months, from March 2024 to December 2024. This breach was highlighted in a June memo from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), raising alarms about the security of…
KT to Invest Over $724 Million in Cybersecurity Following SK Telecom Data Breach In response to heightened consumer concerns following a substantial data breach at SK Telecom, South Korean telecommunications leader KT has announced a commitment to invest more than 1 trillion won (approximately $724 million) over the next five…
AT&T has announced a new security measure designed to prevent unauthorized alterations to mobile accounts in a bid to combat a prevalent form of account hijacking known as SIM swapping. This criminal method involves scammers taking control of a victim’s mobile account by replacing their SIM card, enabling them to…
U.S. and international law enforcement have detained a British national, believed to be the infamous hacker known as “IntelBroker,” alongside four individuals presumed to be associated with the BreachForums online marketplace for illicitly obtained data. The primary suspect, identified in an indictment as 25-year-old Kai Logan West, was apprehended in…
In a recent development, a hacking group has alleged the theft of 64 million records belonging to T-Mobile customers, prompting significant concern in the realm of cybersecurity. Despite these claims, T-Mobile has categorically denied any new data breach affecting its systems this week. A report published on Thursday by Cybernews…
