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Omni Family Health Data Breach Affects 470,000 Individuals
OCT 18, 2024
Omni Family Health, a network of health centers in California has been breached, affecting the data privacy of current and former patients and employees. A total of 468,344 individuals were affected.
New Malware Campaign: Fake Google Meet Error
OCT 18, 2024
The ClickFix Malware Campaign impersonates popular online services like Google Meet, Facebook to display fake error messages, prompting victims to copy & paste a malware code into their systems.
Universal Music Group Breached
OCT 4, 2024
Universal Music Group, one of the Big 3 record labels, has been breached. An unauthorized third party acquired the data of 680 US residents, accessing their personal information like name and Social Security numbers.
Fortinet Data Breach Affects 2000+ Organizations
SEP 13, 2024
In a data breach, 440GB of Fortinet’s customer data was stolen from a third-party cloud-based shared file drive, Azure SharePoint. 2300 organizations worldwide have been affected by this breach.
New ‘Voldemort’ Malware Exploits Google Sheets
SEP 6, 2024
The new Voldemort malware campaign uses Google Sheets as a command-and-control server. It targets over 70 sectors with phishing emails disguised as tax alerts, leading to malicious document downloads. The use of Google Sheets complicates detection and blocking efforts.
Infant School Hit by Cyberattack, Semester Delayed
SEP 4, 2024
Canvey Infant School in Essex was hit by a cyber attack during summer, delaying its reopening. IT issues left teachers unable to access resources. The school has decided to remain closed an extra day to resolve problems and prepare for the new term.
All Google Pixel Phones at Risk: Unpatched Bug in Hidden App
AUG 29, 2024
Millions of Google Pixel devices are at risk due to a hidden app, “Showcase.apk,” with deep system privileges. This app, initially made for retail demos, allows hackers to remotely control and install software. The vulnerability has been present since September 2017, and Google has yet to issue a patch.
Iranian Group APT42 Behind Trump, Biden Hack Attempts
AUG 22, 2024
Google reported that the Iranian group APT42, linked to the Revolutionary Guard, attempted to infiltrate personal email accounts of officials and campaign associates tied to Trump, Biden, and Harris. They successfully breached a high-profile consultant’s email using phishing, similar to attacks during the 2020 election.
Grandoneiro Trojan Resurfaces, Targeting 1500+ Banks Worldwide
MAY 19, 2024
The infamous Grandoreiro banking trojan that has plagued numerous industries across Spanish-speaking countries has re-emerged after a hiatus and this time it has gone global. Recent attacks have been on Mexico’s Tax Administration Service, the Revenue Service of Argentina, and the South African Revenue Service.
U.K. School Studies Suspended due to Cyber Attacks
MAY 10, 2024
Two schools in the U.K. were hacked, causing cancelled lessons, limited learning, long lunchtime queues and operational upsets, including the inability to complete homework online. To prevent any additional data theft, one of the school, Brockington College, had shut down all systems and moved every digital work to paper.
North Korean Hackers Deploy New Malware ‘Durian’ against South Korean Crypto Firms
MAY 10, 2024
The state-backed North Korean hacking group Kimsuky reportedly used a new malware variant ‘Durian’ to target at least two South Korean cryptocurrency firms. They exploited a legitimate security software that is used exclusively by crypto firms in South Korea, using it as the infection pathway.
Android Malware Impersonating Popular Apps to Steal Passwords
MAY 10, 2024
An Android malware has been impersonating popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat to steal credentials. This malware uses famous Android app icons to mislead users and trick victims into installing the malicious app on their devices.
Careto Espionage Group Resurfaces After 10 year Hiatus
MAY 10, 2024
Researchers have uncovered two new malicious campaigns operated by the notorious Careto Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, marking their first activity after a 10 year hiatus, this time targeting organizations in Latin America and Central Africa.
iPhone users worldwide hit with mercenary spyware attacks
APR 10, 2024
Apple has issued a warning to iPhone users worldwide about a concerning “Mercenary spyware” attack. This advanced attack has affected users in at least 92 countries, targeting high-profile individuals such as politicians, diplomats, journalists, and activists. Apple has sent threat notifications to affected users.
Cyberattack hits Omni Hotels, System down for days
APR 3, 2024
Omni Hotels has confirmed a cyberattack caused a nationwide IT outage, impacting operations and hotel functions like reservations, credit card payments, modifying bookings and even hotel room door locks. In response to this incident, Omni has taken down impacted systems.
French Government Hit by Intense Cyberattacks
MAR 11, 2024
Just months before the Paris Olympics, multiple French government departments have been targeted by DDoS cyberattacks of “unprecedented intensity”. Pro-Russian hacker group Anonymous Sudan claimed responsibility for these attacks in online posts…
North Korea Breaks into South Korean Chip Firms
MAR 5, 2024
North Korean hackers have infiltrated two South Korean chip firms, potentially to steal intel for a domestic chipmaking program. They have stolen blueprints of products and manufacturing facilities through a technique called Living Off the Land (LOTL) that is harder to detect…
NIST Releases Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
FEB 26, 2024
The National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) has released its Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 (CSF). This new version of the CSF is designed to assist organizations of all types and sizes in managing and minimizing risks, moving beyond its original focus on government and critical infrastructure…
Microsoft hacked by Russian-backed group
JAN 20, 2024
Microsoft announced a major security breach as state-backed Russian hackers infiltrated the corporate email system. They have gained access to accounts of senior leaders, cybersecurity, and legal team members, stealing some emails and documents…
FBI Warns Against Cloud Credential Stealing Botnet
JAN 17, 2024
The FBI and CISA have issued a warning about the Androxgh0st botnet, a Python-scripted malware that steals credentials targeting major platforms such as AWS, SendGrid, and Microsoft Office 365. Nearly 50,000 devices were infected in early January…
Taiwan Bombarded with 5M Cyberattacks Pre-Election
JAN 12, 2024
Taiwan has been battling with an unprecedented surge of cyber attacks days before a critical presidential election, facing 5 million attacks daily. Cyber attackers are targeting Taiwan’s government and defense organizations, as well as its semiconductor industry..
Beirut Airport Hacked by Anti-Hezbollah Groups
JAN 8, 2024
Information display screens at Beirut’s international airport were hacked by domestic anti-Hezbollah groups on January 7, replacing departure and arrival information with a message accusing Hezbollah of risking war with Israel…
Cybercriminals target X (Twitter) Gold Accounts
JAN 4, 2024
Hackers have targeted gold badge accounts on social media platform X (Twitter). The gold badge signifies account authenticity for celebrities and organizations. Hackers are taking over these accounts to steal credentials and sell them at high prices on the dark web…
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