Ghost: Criminal communication platform compromised, dismantled by international law enforcement

Another encrypted communication platform used by criminals has been dismantled and its alleged mastermind arrested, the Australian Federal Police has announced on Tuesday. “AFP Operation Kraken charged a NSW man, aged 32, for creating and adminis… Continue reading Ghost: Criminal communication platform compromised, dismantled by international law enforcement

Ransomware group releases screenshots in attempted extortion of Port of Seattle

The group known as Rhysida is demanding 100 bitcoin in ransom from the port and the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

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Security measures fail to keep up with rising email attacks

Organizations must reassess their email security posture as incidents continue to escalate, leading to financial losses. Key findings reveal a significant increase in email attacks, with many successfully bypassing standard security protocols and targe… Continue reading Security measures fail to keep up with rising email attacks

Four Delaware men charged in international sextortion scheme that netted nearly $2 million

The group, along with others, targeted thousands of victims across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, prosecutors allege.

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Russian, Kazakhstani men living in Miami indicted over cybercrime training service

The pair stand accused of administering WWH Club, a major Russian-language cybercrime marketplace.

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Two Indicted in US for Running Dark Web Marketplaces Offering Stolen Information

A Kazakhstani and a Russian national were indicted in the US for operating dark web sites facilitating PII, card, and banking information trading.
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