Based on the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA), the SmokeLoader malware is now being spread via a phishing campaign using lures centered around invoices. A ZIP folder containing a fake document and a JavaScript file is attached to…
Former Uber Security Chief Sentenced To Probation Over Hack
San Francisco judge sentences former Uber security chief to three years’ probation for role in covering up massive 2016 data breach This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Former Uber Security Chief Sentenced To Probation…
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SEC issued a record award of $279 million to a whistleblower
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the largest-ever award, approximately $279 million, to a whistleblower. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) paid a record sum of approximately $279 million to a whistleblower. The award was paid to a whistleblower…
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CERT-UA Warns of SmokeLoader and RoarBAT Malware Attacks Against Ukraine
An ongoing phishing campaign with invoice-themed lures is being used to distribute the SmokeLoader malware in the form of a polyglot file, according to the Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA). The emails, per the agency, are sent using compromised…
Your voice could be your biggest vulnerability
AI technology is fueling a rise in online voice scams, with just three seconds of audio required to clone a person’s voice, according to McAfee. McAfee surveyed 7,054 people from seven countries and found that a quarter of adults had…
The true numbers behind deepfake fraud
The rise of AI-generated identity fraud like deepfakes is alarming, with 37% of organizations experiencing voice fraud and 29% falling victim to deepfake videos, according to a survey by Regula. In this Help Net Security video, Henry Patishman, Executive VP…
The WhatsApp of secure computation
A key term when discussing encryption these days is end-to-end (E2E) encryption. The idea with E2E encryption is that data is kept confidential between the encryptor and the intended receiver. This might seem an obvious requirement, but not all so-called…
Empire of Hackers launched by CIA targets China
It is concerning to hear about the allegations and warnings issued by China’s National Computer Virus Emergency Response Centre (CVERC) regarding the CIA’s involvement in cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure and the use of the “Empire of Hackers” group for orchestrating…
How 5G network is immune to Cyber Attacks
It is not accurate to say that 5G networks are completely immune to cyber attacks. Like any other network, 5G networks are vulnerable to various types of cyber attacks, such as distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, phishing attacks, and malware infections.…
T-Mobile suffers second data theft in less than six months
Also, Capita’s buckets are leaking, ransomware attackers deliver demands via emergency alert, and this week’s critical vulns in brief We’d say you’ll never guess which telco admitted to a security breakdown last week, but you totally will: T-Mobile US, and…
Lessons from a 40-year-long automotive OEM leader
Paul Cha is a cyber and product security leader, serving as the VP of Cybersecurity at LG Electronics Vehicle component Solutions. Paul held critical positions at Synopsis, Ford Motor Company, and Samsung before joining LG. He found his way to…
Consumer skepticism is the biggest barrier to AI-driven personalization
Businesses worldwide are eagerly embracing the potential for AI to provide personalized customer experiences, but customers remain cynical, according to Twilio. This year’s report underscores the value of an AI-driven personalization strategy for brands looking to both retain existing customers…
ChatGPT and the new AI are wreaking havoc on cybersecurity in exciting and frightening ways
Unrestrained by ethics or law, cybercriminals are racing to use AI to find innovative new hacks, says Recorded Future CEO Christopher Ahlberg. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: ChatGPT and…
IT Security News Weekly Summary – Week 18
IT Security News Daily Summary 2023-05-07 Global Ransomware Attack Targets VMware ESXi Servers San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department paid a $1.1M ransom TikTok Tracked UK Journalist via her Cat’s Account Dragon Breath’s Latest Double-Clean-App Technique Targeting Gambling Industry This New…
IT Security News Daily Summary 2023-05-07
Global Ransomware Attack Targets VMware ESXi Servers San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department paid a $1.1M ransom TikTok Tracked UK Journalist via her Cat’s Account Dragon Breath’s Latest Double-Clean-App Technique Targeting Gambling Industry This New Android FluHorse Malware Steals Passwords &…
Global Ransomware Attack Targets VMware ESXi Servers
Cybersecurity firms around the world have recently warned of an increase in cyberattacks, particularly those targeting corporate banking clients and computer servers. The Italian National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN) recently reported a global ransomware hacking campaign that targeted VMware ESXi servers,…
San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department paid a $1.1M ransom
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that it has paid a $1.1-million ransom after the April ransomware attack. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department opted to pay a $1.1-million ransom after a ransomware attack infected its systems in early…
TikTok Tracked UK Journalist via her Cat’s Account
Cristina Criddle, a technology correspondent for the Financial Times, received a call from TikTok two days before Christmas, informing her that four employees (two in China and two in the US) had successfully accessed user data from her personal account…
Dragon Breath’s Latest Double-Clean-App Technique Targeting Gambling Industry
The Double-Clean-App Technique Explained The Dragon Breath APT group is known for its sophisticated cyber-attacks on a wide range of industries, including the gambling industry. Recently, security researchers have uncovered the group’s latest technique: the use of the double-clean-app method…
This New Android FluHorse Malware Steals Passwords & 2FA Codes
A new Android malware known as ‘FluHorse’ has been uncovered, which targets users in Eastern Asia with fake applications that seem like legitimate versions. Check Point Research uncovered the malware, which has been targeting various regions of Eastern Asia…
US Government Takes Down Try2Check Services Used by Dark Web Markets
The US Government, on Wednesday, announced that it had taken down the credit card checking tool ‘Try2Check’ that apparently gave cybercrime actors access to bulk purchases and sale of stolen credit card credentials to check which cards were legitimate and…
UK Banks Issue a Warning Regarding an Upsurge in Internet Scams
Banks have issued a warning about a sharp rise in fraud in 2022, much of it coming from online sources. 77% of frauds now take place on dating apps, online markets, and social media., Barclays reported. According to TSB, the…
In a new hacking crime wave, much more personal data is being held hostage
Hackers are stealing customer and employee data and threatening to leak it publicly in a data extortion shift from ransomware attacks. This article has been indexed from Cybersecurity Read the original article: In a new hacking crime wave, much more…
Dragon Breath APT uses double-dip DLL sideloading strategy
An APT group tracked as Dragon Breath has been observed employing a new DLL sideloading technique. Sophos researchers observed an APT group, tracked as Dragon Breath (aka APT-Q-27 and Golden Eye), that is using a new DLL sideloading technique that adds complexity and…
A New FTC Rule Prohibits Data Mining by Minors for Meta-Profits
As a result of an investigation by the Federal Trade Commission, Meta’s Facebook (NASDAQ: META) was accused of misleading parents about their kids’ protection, and the commission proposed tightening existing privacy agreements and preventing profit from minors’ personal information. …