Tag: theft
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Inside North Korea’s Cyber Mafia: How Hidden IT Workers Fuel Global Espionage and Crypto Theft
A recent report by DTEX sheds light on the sophisticated and complex cyber operations of the Democratic People’s First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/inside-north-koreas-cyber-mafia-how-hidden-it-workers-fuel-global-espionage-and-crypto-theft/
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Netgain Technology Pays $1.9M in Data Breach Settlement
Financially Strapped Cloud Services Firm Settles Suit From 2020 Patient Data Hack. A financially strapped cloud services vendor that experienced a 2020 ransomware attack affecting dozens of healthcare sector clients and hundreds of thousands of patients has agreed to a $1.9 million settlement in proposed class action litigation involving the data theft case. First seen…
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Nova Scotia Power discloses data breach after March security incident
Nova Scotia Power confirmed a data breach involving the theft of sensitive customer data after the April cybersecurity incident. Nova Scotia PowerInc. is a vertically integrated electric utility serving the province of Nova Scotia, Canada. Headquartered in Halifax, it is a subsidiary of Emera Inc. The company provides electricity to over 500,000 residential, commercial, and…
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Data on sale: Trump administration withdraws data broker oversight proposal
Tags: breach, compliance, data, data-breach, exploit, finance, framework, group, identity, infrastructure, law, military, privacy, regulation, theft, vulnerabilityPrivacy concerns escalate : Without these protections, data brokers can continue collecting and selling Americans’ sensitive personal information with minimal oversight. This data often includes Social Security numbers, financial records, location histories, and purchase patterns, leaving consumers vulnerable to identity theft and fraud. “Demographic groups already underserved by mainstream financial services”, low-income earners, elderly individuals, and racial…
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Healthcare Cyberattacks in 2024 Expose 276 Million Patient Records Compromised
The healthcare sector faced an unprecedented wave of cyber threats, with a staggering 92% of organizations reporting at least one cyberattack. This alarming statistic resulted in the compromise of over 276 million patient records, equating to approximately 758,000 records breached daily. The fallout from these breaches has been profound, with victims of medical identity theft…
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Turkish Group Hacks Zero-Day Flaw to Spy on Kurdish Forces
Tags: credentials, cyberespionage, exploit, flaw, group, malware, microsoft, military, mitigation, spy, theft, zero-dayMicrosoft Researchers Link Turkish Spy Group to Output Messenger Zero-Day Hack. A Turkish-linked cyberespionage group known as Marbled Dust exploited a zero-day in the Output Messenger Server Manager application to spy on Kurdish military operations in Iraq. Microsoft reported the hack and called for immediate mitigation to block credential theft and malware delivery. First seen…
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Google adds suite of security features to Android 16
Google is rolling out new security features for Android devices as part of its latest operating system update, Android 16, reinforcing its ongoing efforts to guard users against ever-changing threats. The measures target a spectrum of risks, from financial scams and impersonation attacks to theft protection and malware. One of the central advancements highlighted Tuesday…
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Google announces new security features for Android for protection against scam and theft
At the Android Show on Tuesday, ahead of Google I/O, Google announced new security and privacy features for Android. These new features include new protections for calls, screen sharing, messages, device access, and system-level permissions. With these features, Google aims to protect users from falling for a scam, keep their details secure in case a…
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Google announces new security features for Android for protection against scam and theft
At the Android Show on Tuesday, ahead of Google I/O, Google announced new security and privacy features for Android. These new features include new protections for calls, screen sharing, messages, device access, and system-level permissions. With these features, Google aims to protect users from falling for a scam, keep their details secure in case a…
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Threat Actors Leverage DDoS Attacks as Smokescreens for Data Theft
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, once seen as crude tools for disruption wielded by script kiddies and hacktivists, have undergone a sophisticated transformation in today’s complex, hybrid-cloud environments. No longer just blunt instruments aimed at overwhelming systems, DDoS attacks are increasingly being deployed as strategic smokescreens to mask more insidious breaches. Recent data indicates…
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Google Chrome Uses Advanced AI to Combat Sophisticated Online Scams
Google has integrated artificial intelligence into its cybersecurity toolkit to shield users from financial and data theft scams. On Friday, May 09, 2025, the company unveiled a comprehensive report detailing its latest AI-driven initiatives across Search, Chrome, and Android, marking a significant leap in preemptive threat detection and user protection. These advancements aim to counteract…
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OtterCookie v4 Adds VM Detection and Chrome, MetaMask Credential Theft Capabilities
The North Korean threat actors behind the Contagious Interview campaign have been observed using updated versions of a cross-platform malware called OtterCookie with capabilities to steal credentials from web browsers and other files.NTT Security Holdings, which detailed the new findings, said the attackers have “actively and continuously” updated the malware, introducing versions v3 and v4…
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Deploying AI Agents? Learn to Secure Them Before Hackers Strike Your Business
AI agents are changing the way businesses work. They can answer questions, automate tasks, and create better user experiences. But with this power comes new risks, like data leaks, identity theft, and malicious misuse.If your company is exploring or already using AI agents, you need to ask: Are they secure?AI agents work with sensitive data…
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A timeline of South Korean telco giant SKT’s data breach
In April, South Korea’s telco giant SK Telecom (SKT) was hit by a cyberattack that led to the theft of personal data on approximately 23 million customers, equivalent to almost half of the country’s 52 million residents. At a National Assembly hearing in Seoul on Thursday, SKT chief executive Young-sang Ryu said about 250,000 users…
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Extensive credential theft conducted by new CoGUI phishing kit
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/extensive-credential-theft-conducted-by-new-cogui-phishing-kit
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Google links new LostKeys data theft malware to Russian cyberspies
Since the start of the year, the Russian state-backed ColdRiver hacking group has been using new LostKeys malware to steal files in espionage attacks targeting Western governments, journalists, think tanks, and non-governmental organizations. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-links-new-lostkeys-data-theft-malware-to-russian-cyberspies/
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UNC3944 Hackers Shift from SIM Swapping to Ransomware and Data Extortion
UNC3944, a financially-motivated threat actor also linked to the group known as Scattered Spider, has transitioned from niche SIM swapping operations targeting telecommunications organizations to a more aggressive focus on ransomware and data theft extortion across diverse industries. Initially observed exploiting telecom vulnerabilities to facilitate SIM swaps, UNC3944 pivoted in early 2023 to deploy ransomware…
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Ongoing Passkey Usability Challenges Require ‘Problem-Solving’
While passkeys offer enhanced security against phishing and credential theft, implementation hurdles, cross-platform inconsistencies, and user experience challenges pose significant barriers to widespread adoption. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/identity-access-management-security/passkey-usability-challenges-require-problem-solving
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Ongoing Passkey Usability Challenges Require ‘Problem Solving’
While passkeys offer enhanced security against phishing and credential theft, implementation hurdles, cross-platform inconsistencies, and user experience challenges pose significant barriers to widespread adoption. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/identity-access-management-security/passkey-usability-challenges-require-problem-solving
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UK Retail Chains Targeted by Ransomware Attackers Claiming Data Theft
Major ransomware campaign targeting UK retailers has escalated as hackers provided BBC News with evidence of extensive network infiltration and data theft from Co-op, contradicting the company’s initial statements that downplayed the incident. The cyber criminals, operating under the name DragonForce, claim to possess personal information of approximately 20 million Co-op loyalty scheme members and…
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Critical Microsoft 0-Click Telnet Vulnerability Enables Credential Theft Without User Action
A critical vulnerability has been uncovered in Microsoft’s Telnet Client (telnet.exe), enabling attackers to steal Windows credentials from unsuspecting users, even without interaction in certain network scenarios. Security researchers warn that this >>zero-click
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Luna Moth extortion hackers pose as IT help desks to breach US firms
The data-theft extortion group known as Luna Moth, aka Silent Ransom Group, has ramped up callback phishing campaigns in attacks on legal and financial institutions in the United States. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/luna-moth-extortion-hackers-pose-as-it-help-desks-to-breach-us-firms/
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Iranian Hackers Breach Middle East Infrastructure
Tags: breach, credentials, cyberespionage, fortinet, group, hacker, infrastructure, iran, middle-east, network, technology, theft, threatFortinet Uncovers Long-Term Cyberespionage in Region. An Iranian state-sponsored threat group conducted a years-long cyberespionage campaign targeting a Middle East critical infrastructure provider, with its operational technology network a key target. The attackers focused reconnaissance activity and credential theft on the OT network. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/iranian-hackers-breach-middle-east-infrastructure-a-28284
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StealC malware enhanced with stealth upgrades and data theft tools
The creators of StealC, a widely-used information stealer and malware downloader, have released its second major version, bringing multiple stealth and data theft enhancements. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/stealc-malware-enhanced-with-stealth-upgrades-and-data-theft-tools/
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 522 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. Rhysida Ransomware gang claims the hack of the Government of Peru DragonForce group claims the theft of data…