The LabHost cybercrime platform, one of the biggest worldwide phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platforms, was shut down in April 2024, but the FBI has disclosed 42,000 phishing domains associated with it. In order to raise awareness and offer signs of compromise,…
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LockBit Ransomware Gang Becomes Victim of Data Breach The infamous LockBit ransomware group, known for its double extortion tactics and involvement in high-profile cybercriminal activities, has itself fallen victim to a significant data breach. The attack has resulted in the…
ESET Reveals How to Spot Fake Calls Demanding Payment for ‘Missed Jury Duty’
ESET, a leading cybersecurity firm, has shed light on one particularly insidious scheme: fake calls purportedly from government officials demanding payment for ‘missed jury duty’. Here’s how to identify and protect against these scams. Scammers employing these tactics often impersonate…
InterSECt — The Fast Lane to a Secure Future Starts Here
InterSECt is a 2-hour virtual event unveiling the network security future with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks advancements and product demos. The post InterSECt — The Fast Lane to a Secure Future Starts Here appeared first on Palo Alto Networks…
New DOGE Big Balls Ransomware Using Open-Source Tools & Custom Scripts to Infect Victim Machines
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a sophisticated new ransomware variant called “DOGE Big Balls,” which appears to be a modified version of the existing Fog ransomware family. The malware, provocatively named after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), employs a complex…
470 Ransomware Attacking in 2025, Qilin Remains Dominant Followed by Silent & Crypto24
April 2025 witnessed a notable shift in the global ransomware landscape, with 470 reported victims worldwide representing a significant 29% decrease from March. Despite this numerical decline, ransomware operations continue to demonstrate increased sophistication and strategic targeting, indicating that threat…
Indirect prompt injection attacks target common LLM data sources
While the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, a straight-line attack on a large language model isn’t always the most efficient — and least noisy — way to get the LLM to do bad things. That’s why…
Approaches Users Can Implement to Safeguard Wireless Connections
The Wi-Fi network is a wireless gateway that connects homes and businesses to the Internet via the air, and it is typically provided by a router, which transmits data signals across the network. Mobile devices, laptops, and tablets can…
Pakistan-Based Hackers Launch Cyber Attack on Indian Defence Websites, Claim Access to Sensitive Data
In a concerning escalation of cyber hostilities, a Pakistan-based threat group known as the Pakistan Cyber Force launched a coordinated cyber offensive on multiple Indian defence-related websites on Monday. The group claimed responsibility for defacing the official site of…
The many variants of the ClickFix social engineering tactic
As new malware delivery campaigns using the ClickFix social engineering tactic are spotted nearly every month, it’s interesting to see how the various attackers are trying to refine the two main elements: the lure and the “instruction” page. In the…
White House To Redraft Biden’s AI Chip Export Rule
Relief for Nvidia and others? Trump administration says US intends to scrap Biden rule to limit global exports of AI chips This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: White House To Redraft Biden’s AI Chip…
Fake Crypto Exchange Ads on Facebook Spread Malware
Bitdefender exposes Facebook ad scams using fake crypto sites and celebrity lures to spread malware via malicious desktop… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News, Tech, AI & Crypto Read the original article: Fake Crypto…
What are the top 10 spyware threats?
The top 10 spyware list describes the most common spyware threats behind famous spyware attacks and is frequently identified by leading antispyware tools from vendors like Webroot, Norton and Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Search Security Resources and…
PDF Malware: How Educational Institutions Can Prevent Infection Spreading
Since 2020, there has been a sharp rise in the number of cyberattacks targeting educational institutions. And PDF malware is one of the most common attack vectors. Through my work at Heimdal, I regularly speak with staff at universities, schools,…
Separating Fact from Fiction: Here’s How AI is Transforming Cybercrime
This blog post shares key takeaway from a recent RSAC panel discussion, offering defenders a clear assessment of how AI is shifting the cybercrime ecosystem today. Read more. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Industry Trends Blog Read…
Multilayered Email Attack: How a PDF Invoice and Geo-Fencing Led to RAT Malware
FortiGuard Labs highlights a malware campaign’s increasing sophistication of attack methodologies, leveraging the legitimate functionalities of remote administration tools for malicious purposes. Learn more. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Threat Research Blog Read the original article: Multilayered…
Qilin Ransomware Ranked Highest in April 2025 with Over 45 Data Leak Disclosures
Threat actors with ties to the Qilin ransomware family have leveraged malware known as SmokeLoader along with a previously undocumented .NET compiled loader codenamed NETXLOADER as part of a campaign observed in November 2024. “NETXLOADER is a new .NET-based loader…
SonicWall Patches 3 Flaws in SMA 100 Devices Allowing Attackers to Run Code as Root
SonicWall has released patches to address three security flaws affecting SMA 100 Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances that could be fashioned to result in remote code execution. The vulnerabilities are listed below – CVE-2025-32819 (CVSS score: 8.8) – A vulnerability…
CISO Global Shifts to SaaS Cybersecurity Platform
Leading cybersecurity provider CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO) is entering a new phase of growth, pivoting toward high-margin, recurring-revenue software offerings that complement its managed and professional services. According to a recent Zacks report, the company has launched multiple proprietary software…
Valarian Bags $20M Seed Capital for ‘Isolation-First’ Infrastructure Tech
British startup exits stealth with $20 million in seed-stage financing led by US investors Scout Ventures and Artis Ventures. The post Valarian Bags $20M Seed Capital for ‘Isolation-First’ Infrastructure Tech appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…