A notorious threat actor known as Gamaredon has been observed employing Cloudflare Tunnels to hide its malware staging infrastructure, facilitating the deployment of GammaDrop malware. This technique is part of a spear-phishing campaign actively targeting Ukrainian organizations since early 2024. …
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
U.S. Officials Sound Alarm Over Salt Typhoon Hack as Cybersecurity Becomes Political Flashpoint
U.S. Officials Urge Encryption Adoption Amid “Salt Typhoon” Cyberattack In an unprecedented response to the “Salt Typhoon” cyber intrusion, top cybersecurity and law enforcement officials in the U.S. are urging citizens to adopt encrypted messaging platforms. The attack, attributed…
Vodka Maker Stoli Files for Bankruptcy in US Following Ransomware Assault
Stoli Group’s U.S. Subsidiaries File for Bankruptcy Amid Ransomware Attack and Russian Asset Seizure The U.S. subsidiaries of Stoli Group have declared bankruptcy following an August ransomware attack and the confiscation of the company’s last distilleries in Russia by…
Telecom Networks on Alert Amid Cyberespionage Concerns
US Federal Government Urges Telecom Firms to Bolster Security Amid Chinese Hacking Allegations The U.S. Federal Government has called on telecommunication companies to strengthen their network security in response to a significant hacking campaign allegedly orchestrated by Chinese state-sponsored…
Meeten Malware Targets Web3 Workers with Crypto-Stealing Tactics
Sophisticated Malware Campaign Targets Web3 Professionals Through Fake Meeting Software Cybercriminals have launched an advanced campaign targeting Web3 professionals by distributing fake video conferencing software. The malware, known as Meeten, infects both Windows and macOS systems, stealing sensitive data,…
FTC Stops Data Brokers from Unlawful User Location Tracking
Data Brokers Accused of Illegal User Tracking < p style=”text-align: justify;”>The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed actions against two US-based data brokers for allegedly engaging in illegal tracking of users’ location data. The data was reportedly used to…
Database Service Provider Leak Results in Exposing Over 600,000 Records on Web
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>SL Data Services, a U.S.-based data broker, experienced a massive data breach, exposing 644,869 personal PDF files on the web. The leaked records included sensitive information such as personal details, vehicle records, property ownership documents, background checks,…
Here’s How Hackers Are Using QR Codes to Break Browser Security
Browser isolation is a widely used cybersecurity tool designed to protect users from online threats. However, a recent report by Mandiant reveals that attackers have discovered a novel method to bypass this measure by utilizing QR codes for command-and-control…
CFPB US Agency Proposes Rule to Block Data Brokers from Selling Sensitive Personal Information
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed a groundbreaking rule to restrict data brokers from selling Americans’ personal and financial information, marking a significant step toward strengthening privacy protections in the digital age. The rule, introduced under the Fair…
The Privacy Risks of ChatGPT and AI Chatbots
AI chatbots like ChatGPT have captured widespread attention for their remarkable conversational abilities, allowing users to engage on diverse topics with ease. However, while these tools offer convenience and creativity, they also pose significant privacy risks. The very technology…