Sophisticated phone scams are becoming more common and more relentless. The numbers are mind-boggling. According to the FTC, impostor fraudsters cost US consumers $2.7 billion in 2023, and the figure is rising year after year. These are merely the…
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Scammers Exploit Messaging Apps and Social Media in Singapore
Singapore is experiencing the dread of scams and cybercrimes in abundance as we speak, with fraudsters relying more on messaging and social media platforms to target unsuspecting victims. As per the recent figures from the Singapore Police Force (SPF),…
Beyond Prioritization: Security Journey for Organizations
Organizations face an overwhelming number of vulnerabilities, and deciding which ones to address first can be a challenge for many. However, it’s essential to recognize that prioritization is merely the beginning of a more comprehensive security journey. The Limitations of…
FBI Director Christopher Wray Highlights Unprecedented Threat Landscape and Importance of Law Enforcement Partnerships
FBI Director Christopher Wray emphasized the unprecedented level of diverse threats facing the nation, describing it as a time when multiple threats are simultaneously elevated, a situation he finds unparalleled in his career. In an exclusive interview during his…
DMM Bitcoin Hack: 500 BTC Transfer Linked to $305 Million Theft Raises New Concerns
A cryptocurrency address linked to the $305 million DMM Bitcoin hack in May has reportedly transferred 500 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $30.4 million. On August 22, PeckShield Alert reported that the suspect address initially split the funds into two…
US Authorities Charge Alleged Key Member of Russian Karakurt Ransomware Outfit
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released a statement this week charging a member of a Russian cybercrime group with financial fraud, extortion, and money laundering in a U.S. court. The 33-year-old Moscow-based Latvian national Deniss Zolotarjovs was extradited…
Fake macOS Apps Infect Devices, Steal Sensitive Data in the Latest Malware Attack
The latest cyber-attack uncovered by security researchers is an information stealer that targets Apple macOS hosts and gathers a wide array of information to reach sensitive computer data. It underscores how threat actors are increasingly targeting the OS as…
Slack Fixes AI Security Flaw After Expert Warning
Slack, the popular communication platform used by businesses worldwide, has recently taken action to address a potential security flaw related to its AI features. The company has rolled out an update to fix the issue and reassured users that…
Cyber Security: A Rising Threat to Australia’s Renewable Energy Campaign
Australia is striving to become a more energy-efficient nation. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency recently announced a $100 million effort to research and develop solar energy technologies. Further investments in energy storage, pumped hydro, and low-carbon systems may be…
Lessons from the CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor Defect: Enhancing Ransomware Recovery and Business Continuity
In recent times, a significant IT disruption was caused by a defect in a content update for CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor, affecting approximately 8.5 million PCs across diverse sectors. This issue, which disrupted organizations ranging from small businesses and global…
Everest Gang Poses New Cybersecurity Threat to US Healthcare
According to the Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center, the Everest Ransomware group is a threat profile of the recent ransomware attack that took place at Gramercy Surgery Center in New York. The Everest Ransomware group is behind the recent…
QR Code Phishing: How Cybercriminals Exploit Trust via Quishing
Today, QR codes have become a familiar sight. And why not, it makes our daily tasks easy. From making payments to accessing websites, these square patterns of black and white squares offer convenience and efficiency. However, cybercriminals have found a…
North Korea Exploited Windows Zero-Day Vulnerability to Install Fudmodule
North Korea’s Lazarus hacking group has once again exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Windows to deploy malware on targeted devices. On August 13, Microsoft addressed this issue with its monthly Patch Tuesday updates, fixing a flaw in the…
Worried About Cash App Breach? These Three Steps Can Keep Your Financial Data Safe
You’re not alone if the most recent Cash App data hack made you nervous. In 2022, the parent company of Block, the peer-to-peer payment platform, failed to prevent unauthorised access to Cash App customer accounts. Cash App agreed to…
16 Years of Cybercrime: The Story of Greasy Opal’s CAPTCHA Solver
Certain tools and techniques have been persistent, continually adapting to new challenges and threats. One such tool is the CAPTCHA solver developed by Greasy Opal, a name that has become synonymous with cybercrime over the past 16 years. This blog…
New Styx Stealer Malware Targets Browsers and Instant Messaging for Data Theft
A new malware strain known as Styx Stealer has recently emerged, posing a significant threat to online security. Discovered in April 2024, Styx Stealer primarily targets popular browsers based on the Chromium and Gecko engines, such as Chrome and…
Misconfigured Access Controls in NetSuite Stores Cause Major Data Breach
Microsoft’s apps for MacOS have been exploited by hackers recently to expose a critical vulnerability. It is believed that hackers have been exploiting vulnerabilities in popular applications, such as Microsoft Outlook and Teams, to spy on Mac users. In…
Cybercriminals Place 85-Year-Old Woman Under ‘Digital Arrest’ in Hyderabad, Cheat Her of ₹5.9 Crore
Cybercriminals recently targeted an 85-year-old woman from the city, subjecting her to what can be described as a ‘digital arrest’ and extorting a staggering ₹5.9 crore from her. This elaborate scam involved convincing the elderly woman that her Aadhaar…
Oil Giant Halliburton Hit by Cyberattack, Certain Systems Affected
On Friday, oil firm Halliburton revealed further details to regulators regarding a recent attack that forced the shutdown of critical systems. The company told news outlets that it was struck by a cyberattack on Wednesday, which disrupted operations at…
Cyble Research Reveals Near-Daily Surge in Supply Chain Attacks
The prevalence of software supply chain attacks is on the rise, posing significant threats due to the extensive impact and severity of such incidents, according to threat intelligence researchers at Cyble. Within a six-month span from February to mid-August,…