Darcula PhaaS: 884,000 Credit Card Details Stolen from 13 Million Global User Clicks

The Darcula group has orchestrated a massive phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) operation, dubbed Magic Cat, compromising an estimated 884,000 credit card details from over 13 million user interactions worldwide. This smishing (SMS phishing) campaign, first detected in December 2023, impersonates trusted brands…

Initial Access Brokers Play a Vital Role in Modern Ransomware Attacks

The ransomware threat landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years, with specialized cybercriminals like Initial Access Brokers (IAbBs) emerging as critical enablers in the Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) ecosystem. These actors serve as high-value middlemen, focusing on breaching organizational networks and selling…

Hackers Targeting Schools and Universities in New Mexico with Cyber Attacks

A major cyberattack on the Coweta County School System’s computer network occurred late Friday night, which is a worrying development for New Mexico’s educational institutions. The unauthorized intrusion, detected around 7:00 p.m., prompted immediate action from the school system’s IT department and external cybersecurity partners. Following established protocols, critical systems were taken offline to halt the malicious activity and trace its origins. This…

DragonForce Ransomware Targets Major UK Retailers, Including Harrods, Marks & Spencer, and Co-Op

Major UK retailers including Harrods, Marks and Spencer, and Co-Op are currently experiencing significant service disruptions following a series of coordinated ransomware attacks attributed to the DragonForce group. The attacks have affected critical business functions including payment systems, inventory management,…