Which is why taking down chiefs and infra behind big name brand operations isn’t working Interview There’s a handful of cybercriminal gangs that Jason Baker, a ransomware negotiator with GuidePoint Security, regularly gets called in to respond to these days,…
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Many Schools Report Data Breach After Retirement Services Firm Hit by Ransomware
Dozens of schools and thousands of individuals are impacted by a data breach resulting from a ransomware attack on Carruth Compliance Consulting. The post Many Schools Report Data Breach After Retirement Services Firm Hit by Ransomware appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Researchers Jailbreak 17 Popular LLM Models to Reveal Sensitive Data
In a recent study published by Palo Alto Networks’ Threat Research Center, researchers successfully jailbroke 17 popular generative AI (GenAI) web products, exposing vulnerabilities in their safety measures. The investigation aimed to assess the effectiveness of jailbreaking techniques in bypassing…
International law enforcement operation seized the domain of the Russian crypto exchange Garantex
The U.S. Secret Service and global law enforcement seized the domain of sanctioned Russian crypto exchange Garantex. An international law enforcement operation led by U.S. Secret Service seized the website (“garantex[.]org”) of the sanctioned Russian crypto exchange Garantex. In April…
New AI Protection from Google Cloud Tackles AI Risks, Threats, and Compliance
Google Cloud’s AI Protection helps discover AI inventory, secure AI assets, and manage threats with detect, investigate, and respond capabilities. The post New AI Protection from Google Cloud Tackles AI Risks, Threats, and Compliance appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article…
What PCI DSS v4 Really Means – Lessons from A&F Compliance Journey
Access on-demand webinar here Avoid a $100,000/month Compliance Disaster March 31, 2025: The Clock is Ticking. What if a single overlooked script could cost your business $100,000 per month in non-compliance fines? PCI DSS v4 is coming, and businesses handling…
Multiple Vulnerabilities Discovered in a SCADA System
We identified multiple vulnerabilities in ICONICS Suite, SCADA software used in numerous OT applications. This article offers a technical analysis of our findings. The post Multiple Vulnerabilities Discovered in a SCADA System appeared first on Unit 42. This article has…
Phantom Goblin Uses Social Engineering Tactics to Deploy Stealer Malware
A sophisticated malware operation, dubbed “Phantom Goblin,” has been identified by cybersecurity researchers, highlighting the increasing use of social engineering tactics to deploy information-stealing malware. This operation leverages deceptive techniques to trick users into executing malicious files, leading to unauthorized…
BADBOX 2.0: Massive Android Botnet Disrupted – Impact Million Devices
A sprawling cyberattack operation dubbed BADBOX 2.0, impacting over one million Android devices worldwide, has been partially disrupted… The post BADBOX 2.0: Massive Android Botnet Disrupted – Impact Million Devices appeared first on Hackers Online Club. This article has been…
AMD Microcode Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Load Malicious Patches
A critical vulnerability in AMD’s Zen 1 through Zen 4 processors allows attackers to bypass microcode signature validation, potentially undermining hardware-based security mechanisms. The flaw stems from AMD’s use of AES-CMAC as a hash function during microcode patch verification –…
Microsoft Introduces 365 E5 Security Add-On for Business Premium Customers
Microsoft has launched Microsoft 365 E5 Security as an add-on to its Business Premium suite, providing small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with advanced tools to combat escalating cyber threats. The offering integrates enterprise-grade security features at a 57% cost savings…
GitHub Explains How Security Professionals Can Use Copilot for Log Analysis
GitHub Copilot, once a developer-centric tool, is now revolutionizing workflows across technical and non-technical roles. With features like Agent Mode, CLI integration, and Project Padawan, Copilot is emerging as a universal productivity enhancer. This article explores three key developments reshaping…
FBI says scammers are targeting US executives with fake BianLian ransom notes
The FBI is warning that scammers are impersonating the BianLian ransomware gang using fake ransom notes sent to U.S. corporate executives. The fake ransom notes, first reported by U.S. cybersecurity company GuidePoint Security, claim that hackers have gained access to…
U.S. Secret Service Seizes Russian Garantex Crypto Exchange Website
A coalition of international law enforcement agencies has seized the website associated with the cryptocurrency exchange Garantex (“garantex[.]org”), nearly three years after the service was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department in April 2022. “The domain for Garantex has been…
This Malicious PyPI Package Stole Ethereum Private Keys via Polygon RPC Transactions
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a malicious Python package on the Python Package Index (PyPI) repository that’s equipped to steal a victim’s Ethereum private keys by impersonating popular libraries. The package in question is set-utils, which has received 1,077 downloads to…
Silicon UK In Focus Podcast: International Women’s Day 2025
Ying Liu, Head of AI at TG0, shares insights on gender equality, mentorship, and building inclusive tech workplaces on the Silicon In Focus Podcast. Tune in! This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Silicon UK…
A Business Imperative for International Women’s Day 2025
Create inclusive tech workplaces by championing women, supporting mentorship, and valuing diversity. Empower future leaders and drive innovation through equality. This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: A Business Imperative for International Women’s Day 2025
When Women in Tech Succeed, Everyone Benefits
Discover how empowering women in tech leadership drives innovation, fosters diversity, and creates lasting success for businesses and the broader economy. This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: When Women in Tech Succeed, Everyone Benefits
Peaklight Malware Targets Users to Steal Credentials, Browser History, and Financial Data
Peaklight malware has emerged as a significant threat, designed to steal sensitive information from compromised endpoints. This information stealer is often distributed through underground channels and is sometimes offered as a Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS), making it a continuously evolving and potent…
Medusa Ransomware Attacks Surge 42% with Advanced Tools & Tactics
Medusa ransomware attacks have seen a significant increase, rising by 42% between 2023 and 2024, with a further escalation in early 2025. This surge is attributed to the group Spearwing, which operates Medusa as a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model. Spearwing and…