Security News

FBI: Business email compromise tactics used to defraud U.S. vendors
2023-03-26 16:03

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning companies in the U.S. of threat actors using tactics similar to business email compromise that allow less technical actors to steal various goods from vendors. Typical business email compromise attacks focus on stealing money by tricking the victim into diverting funds to the fraudster's account.

FBI confirms access to Breached cybercrime forum database
2023-03-24 21:59

Today, the FBI confirmed they have access to the database of the notorious BreachForums hacking forum after the U.S. Justice Department also officially announced the arrest of its owner. 20-year-old Conor Brian Fitzpatrick was charged for his involvement in the theft and sale of sensitive personal information belonging to "Millions of U.S. citizens and hundreds of U.S. and foreign companies, organizations, and government agencies" on the Breached cybercrime forum.

Breached hacking forum shuts down, fears it's not 'safe' from FBI
2023-03-21 16:20

The notorious Breached hacking forum has shut down after the remaining administrator, Baphomet, disclosed that they believe law enforcement has access to the site's servers. Breached was a popular hacking and data leak forum notorious for hosting, leaking, and selling data obtained from breached companies, governments, and various organizations.

FBI: Ransomware hit 860 critical infrastructure orgs in 2022
2023-03-15 20:23

The Federal Bureau of Investigation revealed in its 2022 Internet Crime Report that ransomware gangs breached the networks of at least 860 critical infrastructure organizations last year. "The IC3 received 870 complaints that indicated organizations belonging to a critical infrastructure sector were victims of a ransomware attack," the FBI said.

FBI warns of spike in ‘pig butchering’ crypto investment schemes
2023-03-14 17:38

Americans are increasingly targeted in 'pig butchering' cryptocurrency investment schemes, according to a public service announcement issued today by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. In cryptocurrency scams, the fraudsters will approach victims via dating platforms, messaging apps, or social media platforms to build trust and introduce them to an investment scheme that will eventually allow them to empty the targets' crypto wallets.

FBI and international cops catch a NetWire RAT
2023-03-10 01:33

International law enforcement agencies have claimed another victory over cyber criminals, after seizing the website, and taking down the infrastructure operated by crims linked to the NetWire remote access trojan. On the same day, a US judge approved a seizure warrant that allowed federal authorities in Los Angeles to seize the internet domain, and Swiss law enforcement seized the server hosting the NetWire RAT infrastructure.

FBI warns of cryptocurrency theft via “play-to-earn” games
2023-03-09 19:24

Cybercriminals are now using fake rewards in so-called "Play-to-earn" mobile and online games to steal millions worth of cryptocurrency, according to an FBI warning on Thursday. "Criminals contact victims online and build a relationship with victims over time," the FBI says in a public service announcement issued via the Internet Crime Complaint Center.

FBI investigates data breach impacting U.S. House members and staff
2023-03-08 22:48

The FBI is investigating a data breach affecting U.S. House of Representatives members and staff after their account and sensitive personal information was stolen from DC Health Link's servers. DC Health Link is the organization that administers the health care plans of U.S. House members, their staff, and their families.

FBI and CISA warn of increasing Royal ransomware attack risks
2023-03-03 16:20

CISA and the FBI have issued a joint advisory highlighting the increasing threat behind ongoing Royal ransomware attacks targeting many U.S. critical infrastructure sectors, including healthcare, communications, and education. In response, the FBI and CISA shared indicators of compromise and a list of tactics, techniques, and procedures linked, which would help defenders detect and block attempts to deploy Royal ransomware payloads on their networks.

Intruder alert: FBI tackles 'isolated' IT security breach
2023-02-17 22:30

The FBI claims it has dealt with a cybersecurity "Incident" that reportedly involved computer systems being used to investigate child sexual exploitation. "The FBI is aware of the incident and is working to gain additional information," a spokesperson said in a statement to The Register.