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US Sees Iranian Hackers Working Closely With Ransomware Groups

US Sees Iranian Hackers Working Closely With Ransomware Groups 2024-08-29 at 11:46 By Ionut Arghire Iranian state-sponsored APT Lemon Sandstorm is working closely with ransomware groups on monetizing network intrusions. The post US Sees Iranian Hackers Working Closely With Ransomware Groups appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View […]

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Pioneer Kitten: Iranian hackers partnering with ransomware affiliates

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Pioneer Kitten: Iranian hackers partnering with ransomware affiliates 2024-08-28 at 19:46 By Zeljka Zorz A group of Iranian hackers – dubbed Pioneer Kitten by cybersecurity researchers – is straddling the line between state-contracted cyber espionage group and initial access provider (and partner in crime) for affiliates of several ransomware groups. “The FBI assesses these actors

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950,000 Impacted by Young Consulting Data Breach

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950,000 Impacted by Young Consulting Data Breach 2024-08-28 at 14:01 By Ionut Arghire The personal information of over 950,000 people was compromised in a BlackSuit ransomware attack on Young Consulting. The post 950,000 Impacted by Young Consulting Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View Original Source

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BlackByte affiliates use new encryptor and new TTPs

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BlackByte affiliates use new encryptor and new TTPs 2024-08-28 at 13:16 By Zeljka Zorz BlackByte, the ransomware-as-a-service gang believed to be one of Conti’s splinter groups, has (once again) created a new iteration of its encryptor. “Talos observed some differences in the recent BlackByte attacks. Most notably, encrypted files across all victims were rewritten with

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Lateral movement: Clearest sign of unfolding ransomware attack

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Lateral movement: Clearest sign of unfolding ransomware attack 2024-08-27 at 06:01 By Help Net Security 44% of unfolding ransomware attacks were spotted during lateral movement, according to Barracuda Networks. 25% of incidents were detected when the attackers started writing or editing files, and 14% were unmasked by behavior that didn’t fit with known activity patterns.

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American Radio Relay League Paid $1 Million to Ransomware Gang

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American Radio Relay League Paid $1 Million to Ransomware Gang 2024-08-26 at 16:16 By Ionut Arghire The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) says it paid out a $1 million ransom after falling victim to ransomware in May 2024. The post American Radio Relay League Paid $1 Million to Ransomware Gang appeared first on SecurityWeek. This

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Patelco Credit Union Says Breach Impacts 726k After Ransomware Gang Auctions Data

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Patelco Credit Union Says Breach Impacts 726k After Ransomware Gang Auctions Data 2024-08-26 at 12:52 By Eduard Kovacs Patelco Credit Union has confirmed a data breach impacting many individuals after the RansomHub ransomware group stole some databases. The post Patelco Credit Union Says Breach Impacts 726k After Ransomware Gang Auctions Data appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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Rebrand, regroup, ransomware, repeat

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Rebrand, regroup, ransomware, repeat 2024-08-26 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Changes witnessed over the last few years have led to larger ransomware groups breaking into smaller units, posing more considerable challenges for law enforcement. Ransomware actors are evading arrest more easily and adapting methods with innovative technologies. In this Help Net Security video, Shobhit

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The changing dynamics of ransomware as law enforcement strikes

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The changing dynamics of ransomware as law enforcement strikes 2024-08-23 at 06:31 By Help Net Security After peaking in late 2023, the ransomware industry is beginning to stabilize in productivity, with notable developments in ransomware targets, and industry dynamics, according to WithSecure. Sectors impacted by ransomware (Source: WithSecure) While ransomware productivity has shown signs of

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Oil Giant Halliburton Confirms Cyber Incident, Details Scarce

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Oil Giant Halliburton Confirms Cyber Incident, Details Scarce 2024-08-22 at 21:31 By SecurityWeek News US oil giant Halliburton confirmed its computer systems were hit by a cyberattack that affected operations at its Houston offices. The post Oil Giant Halliburton Confirms Cyber Incident, Details Scarce appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek

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Understanding the ‘Morphology’ of Ransomware: A Deeper Dive

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Understanding the ‘Morphology’ of Ransomware: A Deeper Dive 2024-08-22 at 17:46 By Kevin Townsend Ransomware isn’t just about malware. It’s about brands, trust, and the shifting allegiances of cybercriminals. The post Understanding the ‘Morphology’ of Ransomware: A Deeper Dive appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View Original Source React to

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Most ransomware attacks occur between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

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Most ransomware attacks occur between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. 2024-08-22 at 07:02 By Help Net Security There’s been an alarming increase in ransomware attacks over the past year, alongside significant shifts in the tactics and strategies employed by cybercriminals that underscore the necessity for organizations to implement around-the-clock monitoring and investigation of suspicious behaviors,

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Surge in Software Supply Chain Attacks Demands Heightened Third-Party Vigilance

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Surge in Software Supply Chain Attacks Demands Heightened Third-Party Vigilance 2024-08-20 at 20:01 By Cyble Key Takeaways Overview Software supply chain attacks burst into public consciousness in 2020 with news of the SolarWinds Orion attack, and a Kaseya VSA ransomware attack in mid-2021 further underscored the risks that third-party software suppliers can pose to their

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Ransomware Victims Paid $460 Million in First Half of 2024

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Ransomware Victims Paid $460 Million in First Half of 2024 2024-08-20 at 15:31 By Eduard Kovacs Ransomware payments in H1 2024 totaled nearly $460 million and $1.58 billion have been stolen in cryptocurrency heists. The post Ransomware Victims Paid $460 Million in First Half of 2024 appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt

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Carespring Data Breach Exposes Personal and Medical Information of Nearly 77,000 Patients

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Carespring Data Breach Exposes Personal and Medical Information of Nearly 77,000 Patients 2024-08-19 at 18:46 By Ionut Arghire Data includes names, dates of birth, physical addresses, Social Security Numbers, medical and diagnosis information, and health insurance details. The post Carespring Data Breach Exposes Personal and Medical Information of Nearly 77,000 Patients appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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City of Flint Scrambling to Restore Services Following Ransomware Attack

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City of Flint Scrambling to Restore Services Following Ransomware Attack 2024-08-19 at 16:46 By Ionut Arghire The City of Flint, Michigan, has been struggling with network and online service disruptions after being hit by ransomware last week. The post City of Flint Scrambling to Restore Services Following Ransomware Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article

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100,000 Impacted by Jewish Home Lifecare Data Breach

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100,000 Impacted by Jewish Home Lifecare Data Breach 2024-08-19 at 13:16 By Eduard Kovacs A Jewish Home Lifecare data breach resulting from a BlackCat ransomware attack impacts over 100,000 individuals. The post 100,000 Impacted by Jewish Home Lifecare Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt from SecurityWeek RSS Feed View Original

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Business and tech consolidation opens doors for cybercriminals

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Business and tech consolidation opens doors for cybercriminals 2024-08-16 at 07:36 By Help Net Security Cyber threats continued to intensify in the first half of 2024 as cybercriminals exploited security gaps from growing business and technological consolidation, according to Resilience. Consolidation in business and tech fuels new third-party risks Rebounding merger and acquisition (M&A) activity

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Ransomware Attacks on Industrial Firms Surged in Q2 2024

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Ransomware Attacks on Industrial Firms Surged in Q2 2024 2024-08-15 at 18:16 By Eduard Kovacs Dragos has seen a significant increase in ransomware attacks on industrial organizations in Q2 2024 compared to the previous quarter. The post Ransomware Attacks on Industrial Firms Surged in Q2 2024 appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt

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Mayor of Columbus, Ohio, Says Ransomware Attackers Stole Corrupted, Unusable Data

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Mayor of Columbus, Ohio, Says Ransomware Attackers Stole Corrupted, Unusable Data 2024-08-15 at 12:16 By Associated Press Hackers recently stole data from Ohio’s largest city, but what they got was not usable and no personal information about city workers was made available online, the mayor said. The post Mayor of Columbus, Ohio, Says Ransomware Attackers

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