As passkeys continue to be more widely used as authenticators for a variety of sign-in purposes, the path towards a passwordless future is being driven forward. There are reports that this authentication method will be part of Microsoft’s Windows…
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TA866 Threat Actor: Python Malware Targets Tatar-language Users
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new Python malware that has been targeting Tatar language-speaking users. Tatar is a Turkish native language, spoken mostly by Tatars, an ethnic group based in Russia and its neighbouring nations. The Cyble-based Python malware is…
Cyberattack Responses at MGM and Caesars Required Brutal Actions
Twin assaults on MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment have offered an unusual perspective at what happens when two comparable organisations, under similar attack by the same threat actor, use divergent incident response techniques. Both parties in this case were…
Accurate Eye Diagnosis, Early Parkinson’s Detection
A revolutionary advancement in the realm of medical diagnostics has seen the emergence of cutting-edge AI tools. This ground-breaking technology identifies a variety of eye disorders with unmatched accuracy and has the potential to transform Parkinson’s disease early detection. According…
Two-Year Chase: FBI Relaunches Search for Cybercriminals
The usage of sophisticated e-mail schemes by hackers to hack into the systems of law firms and public relations companies is on the rise, with hacker groups targeting law firms and public relations companies in an attempt to steal…
Akira Ransomware Adapts to Linux Systems, Incorporates New Tactics and TTPs
Arika ransomware, which initially targeted Windows systems, has evolved significantly since its emergence in March. It has now expanded its scope to include Linux servers, employing a diverse set of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). A comprehensive report by…
Sandman Hackers: Threat Actors use LuaDream Info-stealing Malware
Threat actors, known as ‘Sandman,’ have recently targeted telecommunication service providers located in the Middle East, Western Europe, and South Asia. Apparently, Sandman has used info-stealing software called ‘LuaDream’ to conduct its operations. The threat actors came to light…
Report: Insider Cybersecurity Threats have Increased 40% Over the Past Four Years
A recent study disclosed that over the past four years, the average cost of an insider cybersecurity attack has increased dramatically by 40%. In addition, the average annual cost of these cyberthreats has increased over the past 12 months,…
Unlocking the Future: Passkeys, the Next Frontier in Online Security
If you’re someone who juggles numerous passwords in your daily life, you’re not alone. Despite the assistance of password managers, the increasing complexity of passwords has become a growing burden for most individuals. Gone are the days of using…
Ransomware Nightmare: FBI and CISA Issue Dire Warning on Menacing New Strain
In a security advisory, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) of the US Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have warned organizations about an attack by ransomware called Snatch. A statement from the duo…