The Dark Nexus Between Harm Groups and ‘The Com’

A cyberattack that shut down some of the top casinos in Las Vegas last year quickly became one of the most riveting security stories of 2023: It was the first known case of native English-speaking hackers in the United States and Britain teaming up with ransomware gangs based in Russia. But that made-for-Hollywood narrative has eclipsed a far more hideous trend: Many of these young, Western cybercriminals are also members of fast-growing online groups that exist solely to bully, stalk, harass and extort vulnerable teens into physically harming themselves and others. Continue reading The Dark Nexus Between Harm Groups and ‘The Com’

British teen arrested in connection with MGM Resorts ransomware attack

British police have arrested a 17-year-old boy believed to be linked to a cybercriminal gang that launched devastating ransomware attacks last year on MGM Resorts and other companies.

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MGM Resorts Computers Back Up After 10 Days as Analysts Eye Effects of Casino Cyberattacks

MGM Resorts brought its computer systems back online on September 20th after ransomware disrupted operations for 10 days.
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Two Vegas Casinos Fell Victim to Cyberattacks, Shattering the Image of Impenetrable Casino Security

MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment hit by cyberattacks, shattering the image of impenetrable casino security.
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Caesars Confirms Ransomware Hack, Stolen Loyalty Program Database

The hijacked data includes driver’s license numbers and/or social security numbers from a Caesars Entertainment loyalty database.
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Ransomware Gang Takes Credit for Disruptive MGM Resorts Cyberattack

A known ransomware gang has taken credit for the highly disruptive cyberattack on MGM Resorts, and the company has yet to restore impacted systems.
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ALPHV Ransomware Used Vishing to Scam MGM Resorts Employee

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Key Findings Las Vegas-based MGM Resorts International, a global entertainment and hospitality giant, has been hit by a…
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MGM Resorts Confirms ‘Cybersecurity Issue’, Shuts Down Systems

MGM Resorts confirms “cybersecurity incident” led to the shutdown of web sites and IT systems of hotels throughout the United States.
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