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BlackByte, the ransomware-as-a-service gang believed to be one of Conti’s splinter groups, has (once again) created a new iteration of its encryptor. “Talos observed some differences in the recent BlackByte attacks. Most notably, encrypted … Continue reading BlackByte affiliates use new encryptor and new TTPs
ESET researchers discovered a remote code execution vulnerability in WPS Office for Windows (CVE-2024-7262). APT-C-60, a South Korea-aligned cyberespionage group, was exploiting it to target East Asian countries. When examining the root cause, ESET dis… Continue reading APT group exploits WPS Office for Windows RCE vulnerability (CVE-2024-7262)
GenAI, deepfakes and cybercrime are critical threats putting intensifying pressures on businesses, according to Experian. Top online security concerns for consumers According to the FTC, consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023 … Continue reading Old methods, new technologies drive fraud losses
The Port of Seattle, including the SEA Airport, is experiencing system outages likely caused by a cyberattack.
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USDoD, the hacker known for high-profile data leaks, is a man from Brazil, according to CrowdStrike and others.
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44% of unfolding ransomware attacks were spotted during lateral movement, according to Barracuda Networks. 25% of incidents were detected when the attackers started writing or editing files, and 14% were unmasked by behavior that didn’t fit with known … Continue reading Lateral movement: Clearest sign of unfolding ransomware attack
French media reported that the warrant for Durov was issued by France at the request of the special unit at the country’s interior ministry in charge of investigating crimes against minors.
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Changes witnessed over the last few years have led to larger ransomware groups breaking into smaller units, posing more considerable challenges for law enforcement. Ransomware actors are evading arrest more easily and adapting methods with innovative t… Continue reading Rebrand, regroup, ransomware, repeat
Federal authorities said one of the primary motives for the scheme was to avoid paying more than $116,000 in child support to his ex-wife.
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The man was extradited to the U.S. this month after being arrested in Georgia in December, prosecutors say.
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