Scammers target Airbnb and Booking.com users 2024-10-11 at 07:01 By Help Net Security ESET researchers discovered that the organized scammer network Telekopye has expanded its operations to target users of popular accommodation booking platforms like Booking.com and Airbnb. They have also increased the sophistication of their victim selection and of targeting the two booking sites, […]
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GoldenJackal APT group breaches air-gapped systems in Europe 2024-10-09 at 07:01 By Help Net Security ESET researchers have discovered a series of attacks that took place in Europe from May 2022 to March 2024, where the attackers used a toolset capable of targeting air-gapped systems, in a governmental organization of a European Union country. Cyberespionage
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Cybercriminals capitalize on poorly configured cloud environments 2024-10-04 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Off-the-shelf offensive security tools and poorly configured cloud environments create openings in the attack surface, according to Elastic. Adversaries are utilizing off-the-shelf tools Offensive security tools (OSTs), including Cobalt Strike and Metasploit, made up ~54% of observed malware alerts. The most
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Ransomware activity shows no signs of slowing down 2024-10-03 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Ransomware attacks have seen a significant resurgence, disrupting multiple sectors and affecting global supply chains. Despite efforts to disrupt major ransomware groups, incidents continue to rise, signaling an ongoing and growing threat into 2024. In this Help Net Security round-up,
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British National Arrested, Charged for Hacking US Companies 2024-09-30 at 13:01 By Ionut Arghire UK national Robert Westbrook was charged in the US for executing a hack-to-trade scheme against five public companies. The post British National Arrested, Charged for Hacking US Companies appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed
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Visa to Acquire Fraud Protection Firm Featurespace 2024-09-27 at 17:31 By SecurityWeek News Incubated at Cambridge University’s engineering department, Featurespace’s algorithmic-based solutions analyze transaction data to detect fraud cases. The post Visa to Acquire Fraud Protection Firm Featurespace appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View Original Source
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US Announces Charges, Sanctions Against Russian Administrator of Carding Website 2024-09-27 at 15:46 By Ionut Arghire US offers up to $10 million for information on Timur Shakhmametov, charging him with running the carding website Joker’s Stash. The post US Announces Charges, Sanctions Against Russian Administrator of Carding Website appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is
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X Releases Its First Transparency Report Since Elon Musk’s Takeover 2024-09-26 at 22:01 By Associated Press Social media platform X published its first transparency report since the company was purchased by Elon Musk. The post X Releases Its First Transparency Report Since Elon Musk’s Takeover appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from
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Nexe Backdoor Unleashed: Patchwork APT Group’s Sophisticated Evasion of Defenses 2024-09-26 at 20:16 By rohansinhacyblecom Key takeaways Overview Patchwork, also known as Dropping Elephant, is a highly active advanced persistent threat (APT) group that has been engaged in cyber espionage operations since 2009. Believed to be based in India, this group primarily targets high-profile organizations
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Organizations are making email more secure, and it’s paying off 2024-09-25 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Compromised identities have been a central component of countless costly breaches this year, according to Red Canary. Rise in identity and cloud-native attacks While most of the threats and techniques identified in the 2024 report remain consistent with
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Cyberattack Causes MoneyGram Service Outage 2024-09-24 at 16:46 By Ionut Arghire MoneyGram’s money transfer services are down after the company took systems offline to contain a cyberattack. The post Cyberattack Causes MoneyGram Service Outage appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View Original Source
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Discover how online fraud can impact your business 2024-09-24 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Recent reports underscore increased fraud losses driven by both old methods and new technologies. As fraudsters exploit advancements in AI and other sophisticated tools, their methods have become more difficult to combat. From AI-driven scams and sophisticated phishing attacks to
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65% of websites are unprotected against simple bot attacks 2024-09-24 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Companies across industries are seeing more bot-driven attacks, both basic and advanced, according to DataDome. An analysis of over 14,000 websites uncovered alarming gaps in protection against cyber fraud, particularly within consumer-centric industries. E-commerce and luxury industries are prime
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MFA bypass becomes a critical security issue as ransomware tactics advance 2024-09-24 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Ransomware is seen as the biggest cybersecurity threat across every industry, with 75% of organizations affected by ransomware more than once in the past 12 months – a jump from 61% in 2023, according to SpyCloud. Session
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Ukraine Bans Telegram Messenger App on State-Issued Devices Because of Russian Security Threat 2024-09-20 at 22:01 By Associated Press Ukraine issued the Telegram ban for the official devices of government employees, military personnel, security and defense workers, and critical infrastructure employees. The post Ukraine Bans Telegram Messenger App on State-Issued Devices Because of Russian Security
Hackers Demand $6 Million for Files Stolen From Seattle Airport Operator in Cyberattack 2024-09-19 at 15:46 By Associated Press The Port of Seattle, which owns and runs the airport, has decided not to pay, the official said. The post Hackers Demand $6 Million for Files Stolen From Seattle Airport Operator in Cyberattack appeared first on
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Ghost: Criminal communication platform compromised, dismantled by international law enforcement 2024-09-18 at 15:16 By Zeljka Zorz Another encrypted communication platform used by criminals has been dismantled and its alleged mastermind arrested, the Australian Federal Police has announced on Tuesday. “AFP Operation Kraken charged a NSW man, aged 32, for creating and administering Ghost, a dedicated
UK Teen Arrested Over Transport for London Hack 2024-09-13 at 15:01 By Eduard Kovacs A 17-year-old from England has been arrested by the NCA over the recent cyberattack on Transport for London. The post UK Teen Arrested Over Transport for London Hack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed
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Security measures fail to keep up with rising email attacks 2024-09-13 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Organizations must reassess their email security posture as incidents continue to escalate, leading to financial losses. Key findings reveal a significant increase in email attacks, with many successfully bypassing standard security protocols and targeting vulnerable sectors. Business email
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Evasion Tactics Used By Cybercriminals To Fly Under The Radar 2024-09-12 at 16:46 By Etay Maor Relentless in their methods, attackers will continue employing evasion tactics to circumvent traditional security measures. The post Evasion Tactics Used By Cybercriminals To Fly Under The Radar appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS
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