This week, ISMG has compiled various significant cybersecurity incidents and breaches from around the globe. Notable events include the exposure of sensitive data by Chinese AI firm DeepSeek, exploitation of unpatched vulnerabilities in Zyxel devices by hackers, intrusions involving infostealer malware targeting Mexican government systems, a cyberattack against the Smiths…
Phishing attacks targeting insecure communication channels have become increasingly prevalent, allowing cybercriminals to deceive victims into unwittingly divulging sensitive information. A particularly worrying evolution in this strategy is the emergence of “Mishing,” where attackers specifically exploit mobile devices through phishing links disseminated via SMS or popular messaging platforms like WhatsApp,…
Trial of Alleged Neofascist Plotter Highlights Cybersecurity Concerns Brandon Russell, a notable figure in the recent American neofascist movement, is facing trial this week for allegedly planning an attack to disrupt Baltimore’s power grid, potentially inciting a race war. The 29-year-old is identified as the co-founder of the Atomwaffen Division,…
Cybercriminals, often referred to as “Yahoo Boy” scammers, are increasingly employing sophisticated tactics to target individuals online. Operating predominantly through social media and messaging platforms, these fraudsters exploit anonymity by impersonating members of the opposite sex, often using images obtained from various profiles without consent. Their scams vary widely, but…
Huione Guarantee, an online marketplace known for facilitating cryptocurrency exchanges, has unveiled a suite of new services, including an in-house communication platform dubbed “ChatMe” and a US dollar-pegged stablecoin identified as “USDH.” This expansion indicates Huione’s ambition to establish a comprehensive, self-sufficient ecosystem within the cryptocurrency sector. Researchers from Elliptic…
During the festive season between Christmas Eve and New Year’s, a new wave of swatting incidents targeted nearly a hundred public figures, including prominent politicians and law enforcement authorities. Among the victims were U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director Jen Easterly, as well as…
Between Christmas Eve and New Year’s, a wave of swatting incidents targeted nearly a hundred politicians and law enforcement officials in a coordinated operation. High-profile victims included U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director Jen Easterly, Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, and Republican…
Experts suggest that a significant operation, believed to be based in China, is employing a drop-shipping scheme that facilitates the sale of controversial or potentially illegal products. Zach Edwards, a senior threat researcher at cybersecurity firm Silent Push, highlights that this operation likely acts as a reshipper, capitalizing on low-cost…
1.) Escalating Cyber Threats: Lazarus Group Targets Nuclear Power Sector with Advanced Malware The Lazarus Group, an elite hacking organization believed to receive backing from the North Korean government, has ramped up its cyber offensive by zeroing in on nuclear power organizations and critical infrastructure sectors. These targeted attacks employ…
