Security News

Beware: Scam-as-a-Service Aiding Cybercriminals in Crypto Wallet-Draining Attacks
2023-12-30 09:30

Cybersecurity researchers are warning about an increase in phishing attacks that are capable of draining cryptocurrency wallets. "These threats are unique in their approach, targeting a wide range...

Interpol operation arrests 3,500 cybercriminals, seizes $300 million
2023-12-19 19:09

An international law enforcement operation codenamed 'Operation HAECHI IV' has led to the arrest of 3,500 suspects of various lower-tier cybercrimes and seized $300 million in illicit proceeds. 199 million of the seized amounts concern hard currency, and the remaining $101 million corresponds to the value of 367 digital/virtual assets, such as NFTs linked to cybercrime.

Cybercriminals continue targeting open remote access products
2023-12-11 05:00

Cybercriminals still prefer targeting open remote access products, or like to leverage legitimate remote access tools to hide their malicious actions, according to WatchGuard. "Threat actors continue using different tools and methods in their attack campaigns, making it critical for organizations to keep abreast of the latest tactics to fortify their security strategy," said Corey Nachreiner, chief security officer at WatchGuard.

Key Cybercriminals Behind Notorious Ransomware Families Arrested in Ukraine
2023-11-28 10:33

A coordinated law enforcement operation has led to the arrest of key individuals in Ukraine who are alleged to be a part of several ransomware schemes. "On 21 November, 30 properties were searched...

'Serial cybercriminal and scammer' jailed for 8 years, told to pay back $1.2M
2023-11-28 01:06

A Los Angeles man has been jailed after pulling off SIM-swap attacks on victims, hijacking social media accounts, committing fraud with Zelle payments, and impersonating Apple support. Amir Hossein Golshan, 25, described in court documents as a "Serial cybercriminal and scammer," was sentenced to eight years in prison by a California federal court on Monday, and ordered to pay $1,218,526 in restitution.

Cybercriminals Using Telekopye Telegram Bot to Craft Phishing Scams on a Grand Scale
2023-11-24 15:32

More details have emerged about a malicious Telegram bot called Telekopye that's used by threat actors to pull off large-scale phishing scams. "Telekopye can craft phishing websites, emails, SMS...

Cybercriminals turn to ready-made bots for quick attacks
2023-11-23 05:30

Researchers assessed the attacks across three primary attack vectors: basic bots, intelligent bots, and human fraud farms. The analysis found bot attacks overall increased 167% in the H1 of 2023, weighted heavily by a 291% increase in intelligent bots.

Play Ransomware Goes Commercial - Now Offered as a Service to Cybercriminals
2023-11-21 13:56

The ransomware strain known as Play is now being offered to other threat actors "as a service," new evidence unearthed by Adlumin has revealed. "The unusual lack of even small variations between...

Outsmarting cybercriminals is becoming a hard thing to do
2023-11-20 04:00

Cybercriminals have evolved into organized and highly adaptive networks, collaborating globally to exploit weaknesses in cybersecurity defenses. Cybercriminals, now more than ever, are exploiting vulnerabilities in cybersecurity defenses and constantly shaping their strategies in response to technological advancements.

MOVEit cybercriminals unearth fresh zero-day to exploit on-prem SysAid hosts
2023-11-09 12:36

Second novel zero-day exploited by Lace Tempest this year offers notable demonstration of skill, especially for a ransomware affiliate The cybercriminals behind the rampant MOVEit exploits from...