Tag: international
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Counter Ransomware Initiative summit emphasizes arduous effort
An international collective of cyber officials continued discussions with the White House on how to counter ransomware attacks, reduce payments and increase response capabilities. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/white-house-counter-ransomware-initiative/729026/
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THN Cybersecurity Recap: Top Threats and Trends (Sep 30 – Oct 6)
Ever heard of a “pig butchering” scam? Or a DDoS attack so big it could melt your brain? This week’s cybersecurity recap has it all government showdowns, sneaky malware, and even a dash of app store shenanigans.Get the scoop before it’s too late!âš¡ Threat of the WeekDouble Trouble: Evil Corp & LockBit Fall: A consortium…
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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 14
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. Rhadamanthys Stealer Adds Innovative AI Feature in Version 0.7.0 Threat Actors leverage Docker Swarm and Kubernetes to…
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 492 by Pierluigi Paganini INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. WordPress LiteSpeed Cache plugin flaw could allow site takeover Apple iOS 18.0.1 and iPadOS 18.0.1 fix media session…
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Global Coalition Strengthens Fight Against Ransomware, White House Announces
The White House recently hosted the fourth gathering of the International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI), a coalition now boasting 68 members dedicated to combating the growing threat of ransomware. This... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/global-coalition-strengthens-fight-against-ransomware-white-house-announces/
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ISMG Editors: Russian Cybercrime Syndicates Under Siege
Also: U.S. Healthcare Cyber Bill, Insights from ISMG’s Canada Summit. In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed recent international law enforcement efforts against Russian cybercrime organizations, the latest U.S. cybersecurity bill aimed at protecting the healthcare sector and key takeaways from ISMG’s Canada Summit. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/ismg-editors-russian-cybercrime-syndicates-under-siege-a-26448
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Tick tock.. Operation Cronos arrests more LockBit ransomware gang suspects
International law enforcement continues to dismantle the LockBit ransomware gang’s infrastructure. First seen on tripwire.com Jump to article: www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/tick-tock-operation-cronos-arrests-more-lockbit-ransomware-gang-suspects
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LockBit Ransomware and Evil Corp Members Arrested and Sanctioned in Joint Global Effort
A new wave of international law enforcement actions has led to four arrests and the takedown of nine servers linked to the LockBit (aka Bitwise Spider) ransomware operation, marking the latest salvo against what was once a prolific financially motivated group.This includes the arrest of a suspected LockBit developer in France while on holiday outside…
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LockBit Ransomware and Evil Corp Leaders Arrested and Sanctioned in Joint Global Effort
A new wave of international law enforcement actions has led to four arrests and the takedown of nine servers linked to the LockBit (aka Bitwise Spider) ransomware operation, marking the latest salvo against what was once a prolific financially motivated group.This includes the arrest of a suspected LockBit developer in France while on holiday outside…
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INTERPOL’s Operation Contender 2.0 Strikes Major Blow Against West African Cybercrime
In a significant victory against cybercrime, eight individuals have been arrested as part of INTERPOL’s ongoing Operation Contender 2.0. This international crackdown has dealt a major blow to criminal operations... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/interpols-operation-contender-2-0-strikes-major-blow-against-west-african-cybercrime/
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US and Other Countries Outline Principles for Securing OT
US security agencies and international counterparts list six principles critical infrastructure organizations should hold onto to ensure their OT environments are protected against the rising tide of cyberthreats coming their way. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/10/us-and-other-countries-outline-principles-for-securing-ot/
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Global Governments Release New Ransomware Response Guidance
Counter Ransomware Group Focuses on Timely Reporting, Avoiding Paying the Ransom. New voluntary ransomware guidance released during the International Counter Ransomware Initiative meeting this week calls for victims to report attacks to law enforcement on a more timely basis – and involve more advisors in deciding whether to pay a ransom. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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US DOJ Unveils New Strategic Approach to Counter Cybercrime
Justice Department Releases Cybercrime Plan, Focusing on Global Partnerships. The United States Justice Department is coordinating its cybercrime defense mission under a new strategic approach released Wednesday that aims to enhance the collection of electronic evidence, bolster international collaboration and focus on disrupting significant cybercrime actors. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/us-doj-unveils-new-strategic-approach-to-counter-cybercrime-a-26435
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International police dismantle cybercrime group in West Africa
First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/interpol-west-africa-cybercrime-group-cote-divoire
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ACSC and CISA Launch Critical OT Cybersecurity Guidelines
The ACSC, in collaboration with CISA and international partners, has released a guide for securing operational technology in critical sectors First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/acsc-cisa-launch-ot-guidelines/
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Ransomware attacks surge despite international enforcement effort
Progress remains elusive as federal authorities point to ransomware payments inhibiting progress to reduce the volume and impact of attacks. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/ransomware-surges-desite-global-effort/728534/
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Police arrested four new individuals linked to the LockBit ransomware operation
An international police operation led to the arrest of four individuals linked to the LockBit ransomware group, including a developer. Europol, the UK, and the US law enforcement authorities announced a new operation against the LockBit ransomware gang. The police arrested an alleged LockBit developer at France’s request while vacationing outside Russia and two individuals…
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Notorious Evil Corp Hackers Targeted NATO Allies for Russian Intelligence
UK law enforcement and international partners have released new details about the cybercriminal gang Evil Corp, including its use of the Lockbit ransomware platform and ties to Russian intelligence. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/evil-corp-lockbit-russian-intelligence/
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White House Pledges Major Deliverables at Ransomware Summit
International Counter Ransomware Initiative to Unveil New Efforts to Combat Threats. The International Counter Ransomware Initiative is kicking off a four-day summit Monday in Washington that aims to coordinate the group’s 68 member nations around a series of global efforts designed to enhance information sharing and develop strategies to deter ransomware attacks. First seen on…
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Man charged for selling forged license keys for network switches
The U.S. government has indicted a co-owner of a Minnesota IT company for his participation in an international conspiracy to sell forged license keys for networking devices. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/legal/man-charged-for-selling-forged-license-keys-for-network-switches/
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MoneyGram faces backlog after cyberattack
The international wire transfer company has restarted;some services since the incident, but is battling to fulfill;transactions after taking its systems offline for much of the week. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/moneygram-cyberattack-money-transfer/728318/
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When Is ISO 27001 Considered Mandatory? 5 Examples
ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security and protection. It’s roughly equivalent to similar infosec frameworks in the United States, like FedRAMP and CMMC, but the international development, maintenance, and scope of the ISO framework makes it much more commonly seen outside of US Government contracting. In the US, it’s clear that a……
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Israeli Army Hacked Beirut Airport to Threaten Civilians
The Israeli army reportedly hacked into the control tower of Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport. The incident involved issuing threats against an Iranian civilian aircraft attempting to land, according to official sources cited by Anadolu Agency. Lebanese Response to Israeli Threats Following the hacking incident, the Lebanese Ministry of Transport swiftly instructed airport authorities to…
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Israel army hacked the communication network of the Beirut Airport control tower
Israel allegedly hacked Beirut airport ‘s control tower, warning an Iranian plane not to land, forcing it to return to Tehran. The Israeli cyber army on Saturday hacked into the control tower of Beirut Airport, the Rafic Hariri International Airport. The IDF breached the communication network of the control tower and threatened an Iranian civilian…
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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 13
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. How the Necro Trojan infiltrated Google Play, again Kryptina RaaS – From Unsellable Cast-Off to Enterprise Ransomware…
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 491 by Pierluigi Paganini INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. Hackers stole over $44 million from Asian crypto platform BingX OP KAERB: Europol dismantled phishing scheme targeting mobile…
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Google Warns Of North Korean IT Workers Have Infiltrated The U.S. Workforce
North Korean IT workers, disguised as non-North Koreans, infiltrate various industries to generate revenue for their regime, evading sanctions and funding WMD programs by exploiting privileged access to enable cyber intrusions. Facilitators, often non-North Koreans, assist these workers by laundering money, hosting company laptops, using stolen identities, and accessing international financial systems, which help the…
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AutoCanada employee data possibly compromised in Hunters International attack
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/autocanada-employee-data-possibly-compromised-in-hunters-international-attack
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SophosStudie Vier-Jahres-Hoch im Gesundheitswesen
Sophos veröffentlicht die Ergebnisse des Reports ‘The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2024″. Die Studie zeigt, dass international die Zahl der Ransomware-Angriffe auf Organisationen im Gesundheitswesen seit 2021 ein Vier-Jahres-Hoch erreicht hat. Von den befragten Organisationen waren 67 Prozent im vergangenen Jahr von Ransomware-Angriffen betroffen. Im Jahr 2023 lag diese Zahl noch bei 60 Prozent.…