Conti ransomware gang: You attack Russia, we’ll hack you back

The Conti ransomware gang says that it supports the Russian government’s invasion of Ukraine… and if anyone launches a retaliatory cyber attack against Russia, they will hit back hard – launching attacks on critical infrastructure. Continue reading Conti ransomware gang: You attack Russia, we’ll hack you back

Ukraine calls for volunteer hackers to protect its critical infrastructure and spy on Russian forces

The government of Ukraine is calling on the hacking community to volunteer its expertise and capabilities, following the invasion of the country by Russian forces.

Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog. Continue reading Ukraine calls for volunteer hackers to protect its critical infrastructure and spy on Russian forces

Manufacturing was the top industry targeted by ransomware last year, claims report

Global supply chains are bearing the brunt of ransomware attacks, according to a new IBM report that finds manufacturing was the most targeted industry during 2021.

Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog. Continue reading Manufacturing was the top industry targeted by ransomware last year, claims report

Smashing Security podcast #263: Problèmes de Weefeee, AI artists, and Web 3.0

Ooh la la! Horreur Wi-Fi en France! Some folks have experienced the drawbacks of Web 3.0 as their NFTs are stolen, and should computers own the copyright over the art they produce?

All this and much more is discussed in the latest edition of the awa… Continue reading Smashing Security podcast #263: Problèmes de Weefeee, AI artists, and Web 3.0