Computer Security
Beware: Malicious Apps Are Stealing Bank Credentials on iOS and Android Through New Phishing Technique
A new wave of phishing attacks has emerged, putting iOS and Android users at significant risk. ESET, a security firm, has sounded the alarm on a sophisticated phishing tactic that bypasses standard security measures,... Read more
Law Enforcement Cracks Down on Radar/Dispossessor Ransomware Operation
In a celebrated victory against cybercrime, authorities in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom have successfully disrupted the operations of the Radar/Dispossessor ransomware group. This notorious group... Read more
Report: DDoS Attacks Rise 46% in First Half of 2024
As we delve deeper into 2024, the landscape of cyber threats continues to evolve, with Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks emerging as a significant concern. According to the Gcore Radar Report for the first... Read more
Microsoft Confirms 8.5 Million Windows Devices Hit by CrowdStrike Update Error
Microsoft recently disclosed that a flawed update from CrowdStrike affected around 8.5 million Windows devices, causing significant IT outages globally. The problematic update, released on July 19, 2024, led to a... Read more
Supreme Court Ruling Could Threaten Cybersecurity Regulation and Rules
A recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly altered the landscape of regulatory enforcement in the United States, with profound implications for cybersecurity regulation. On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court... Read more
Kaspersky Antivirus Banned in the U.S. by Commerce Department: Firm Denies Security Risk Allegations
On Friday, the cybersecurity landscape was rocked by the news that the U.S. Commerce Department has banned the use of Kaspersky Antivirus, citing concerns over the company's Russian connections. This decision has... Read more
Oil Giant Halliburton Hit by Ransomware Cyberattack
Halliburton, one of the world’s leading oil service companies, confirmed a cyber incident that has disrupted operations at its Houston, Texas offices. The US oil giant, which ranks as the second-largest oilfield... Read more
National Public Data Breach Rumors Trigger Legal Challenges and Media Uproar
The recent surge of allegations regarding a massive data breach at National Public Data (NPD) has led to a wave of legal action and intense media scrutiny. However, despite the headlines, there remains a significant... Read more
OneBlood Blood Bank Operations Disrupted by Ransomware Attack
A recent ransomware attack has disrupted operations at OneBlood, a non-profit blood bank that services a large portion of medical facilities in the southeastern United States. The attack has impacted their software... Read more
Worldwide Disruption Unfolds as Major Microsoft Outage from CrowdStrike Issue Halts Key Services
A major Microsoft outage has caused widespread disruption globally, grounding flights, shutting down banks, and impacting numerous other services. The disruption, triggered by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm... Read more
Affirm Holdings Responds to Evolve Bank's Cybersecurity Breach
Affirm Holdings, a prominent U.S. financial technology company, disclosed on Monday that a cybersecurity incident involving Arkansas-based Evolve Bank and Trust has potentially compromised the personal information of... Read more
Notorious IntelBroker Hacker Claims Data Breach Theft of Employee & Product Info from AMD
IntelBroker, a well-known figure in cybercrime circles and a moderator on Breach Forums, has asserted that Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) suffered a data breach in June 2024, although AMD has yet to confirm this... Read more
How Hackers Are Using Msupedge Malware to Infiltrate Windows Networks via PHP Exploit
In a recent surge of cyber threats, a newly discovered backdoor named Msupedge is being actively deployed by hackers to compromise Windows systems. This sophisticated malware was first identified on a university's... Read more
Billions of Records Leaked in Unprecedented Data Breach Potentially Exposing Social Security Numbers of All Americans
In an unprecedented event, a massive data breach may have compromised the Social Security Numbers (SSNs) of millions of Americans, or potentially all Americans. This breach follows a claim by a hacking group that they... Read more
Fake Zoom Malware Targeting Crypto Users During Infinite Loading Scam
A new and sophisticated crypto scam has emerged, targeting unsuspecting users through a malicious Zoom look-alike. This scam tricks users into downloading malware, leading to significant cryptocurrency thefts. On July... Read more
Massive AT&T Data Breach Exposes Nearly All Wireless Customer Data
In a monumental breach, AT&T has revealed that a recent cyberattack has exposed the records of almost all its wireless customers. The breach, which occurred between April 14 and April 25, 2024, resulted in the... Read more
SpiceRAT and SugarGh0st Malware Deployed by Chinese Hackers in Global Espionage Campaign Uncovering SneakyChef
A previously unreported Chinese-speaking threat actor, now known as SneakyChef, has been linked to an extensive espionage operation targeting government bodies across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).... Read more
US Cybersecurity Agency CISA Conducts First AI Cyber Incident Exercise Demonstrating Response to AI-Driven Cyber Incidents
Last week, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) conducted its first-ever tabletop exercise focused on AI-related cybersecurity incidents. Organized by the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative... Read more
