Tag: threat
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Scattered Spider has moved from retail to insurance
Google threat analysts warn the team behind the Marks & Spencer break-in has moved on First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/06/16/scattered_spider_targets_insurance_firms/
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Threat group linked to UK, US retail attacks now targeting insurance industry
The warning from Google researchers follows a recent incident at Erie Insurance, although the perpetrators of that attack have not been identified. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/threat-group-linked-to-uk-us-retail-attacks-now-targeting-insurance-indust/750870/
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Hackers switch to targeting U.S. insurance companies
Threat intelligence researchers are warning of hackers breaching multiple U.S. companies in the insurance industry using all the tactics observed with Scattered Spider activity. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-warns-scattered-spider-hackers-now-target-us-insurance-companies/
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‘Multiple Intrusions’ In US Likely Linked To Infamous Hacker Group
Recent cyberattacks targeting the insurance industry have the hallmarks of the threat group Scattered Spider, according to Google’s threat intelligence chief. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/google-multiple-intrusions-in-us-likely-linked-to-infamous-hacker-group
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Revamped threat actor naming scheme sought by ex-CISA, NCSC leaders
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/revamped-threat-actor-naming-scheme-sought-by-ex-cisa-ncsc-leaders
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New ConnectWise SIEM Platform Targets MSP Efficiency and Threat Response
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/new-connectwise-siem-platform-targets-msp-efficiency-and-threat-response
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Skyhawk Security Unveils Global Partner Program for Proactive Cloud Threat Detection
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/skyhawk-security-unveils-global-partner-program-to-help-mssps-and-vars-deliver-proactive-cloud-threat-detection
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Anubis Ransomware-as-a-Service Kit Adds Data Wiper
The threat of wiping files and servers clean gives Anubis affiliates yet another way to leverage ransomware victims who may be hesitant to pay to get their data back, Trend Micro said. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/data-privacy/anubis-ransomware-as-a-service-kit-adds-data-wiper
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ASUS Armoury Crate bug lets attackers get Windows admin privileges
A high-severity vulnerability in ASUS Armoury Crate software could allow threat actors to escalate their privileges to SYSTEM level on Windows machines. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/asus-armoury-crate-bug-lets-attackers-get-windows-admin-privileges/
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Malicious Payload Found in JPEG Image Using Steganography and Base64 Obfuscation
Cybersecurity enthusiast Xavier shed light on a sophisticated method of hiding malicious payloads within seemingly innocuous JPEG images. This discovery has sparked significant interest in the infosec community, as it highlights the growing complexity of cyber threats leveraging steganography the art of concealing data within other data. Through dynamic analysis, researchers can uncover these hidden…
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Report Links Los Pollos and RichAds to Malware Traffic Operations
New research by Infoblox Threat Intel exposes a hidden alliance between major cybercrime groups like VexTrio and seemingly… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/report-links-los-pollos-richads-malware-traffic-op/
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‘Water Curse’ Targets Infosec Pros Via Poisoned GitHub Repositories
The emerging threat group attacks the supply chain via weaponized repositories posing as legitimate pen-testing suites and other tools that are poisoned with malware. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/water-curse-targets-cybersecurity-pros-github-repos
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US critical infrastructure could become casualty of Iran-Israel conflict
Researchers warn that Iran-aligned threat groups could soon target U.S. companies and individuals in cyber espionage or sabotage attacks. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/us-critical-infrastructure-iran-israel-conflict/750799/
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Threat Actors Target Victims with HijackLoader and DeerStealer
Cyber-attacks using HijackLoader and DeerStealer have been identified exploiting phishing tactics via ClickFix First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/hijackloader-deerstealer-target/
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Exposure Management Is the Future of Proactive Security
Tags: attack, business, cloud, compliance, corporate, cybersecurity, data, guide, identity, Internet, jobs, mobile, risk, skills, strategy, technology, threat, tool, update, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementEach Monday, the Tenable Exposure Management Academy provides the practical, real-world guidance you need to shift from vulnerability management to exposure management. In this post, Jorge Orchilles, Senior Director of Readiness and Proactive Security at Verizon, offers an up-close glimpse at the thinking that drove his move to exposure management. You can read the entire…
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App Store Security Threats in 2025: Why Hackers Target Mobile Ecosystems
In 2025, app store security threats have reached unprecedented levels, driven by increasingly sophisticated cybercriminal tactics and expanding attack surfaces. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/06/app-store-security-threats-in-2025-why-hackers-target-mobile-ecosystems/
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New quantum system offers publicly verifiable randomness for secure communications
Tags: blockchain, communications, crypto, cyber, cybersecurity, docker, email, finance, government, Hardware, infrastructure, open-source, software, technology, threat, toolNature and detailed in an accompanying arXiv preprint, CURBy leverages the phenomenon of quantum entanglement, where particles maintain interconnected states regardless of distance, to create fundamentally unpredictable outputs.”From a security perspective, this approach offers something valuable the ability to independently verify that random numbers haven’t been compromised,” noted Narayan Gokhale, vice president at QKS Group.…
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How to prevent data breaches in enterprise organizations
Tags: access, breach, compliance, cyber, cybersecurity, data, framework, identity, strategy, threat, zero-trustIn an era of growing cyber threats, enterprises must move beyond basic cybersecurity to prevent data breaches. This article explores the importance of a layered security approach, with a focus on automated certificate lifecycle management (CLM), zero trust frameworks, and real-time monitoring. These strategies enhance visibility, enforce identity-based access, ensure compliance, and reduce human error,…
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Threat Actors Deploy XWorm Malware via Fake Travel Websites to Infect Users’ PCs
The HP Threat Research team discovered a sophisticated malware campaign in Q1 2025 that targets vacation planners by imitating Booking.com using phony travel websites. As detailed in the latest HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report, attackers are leveraging users’ >>click fatigue
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Playbook: Transforming Your Cybersecurity Practice Into An MRR Machine
IntroductionThe cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, and so are the cyber needs of organizations worldwide. While businesses face mounting pressure from regulators, insurers, and rising threats, many still treat cybersecurity as an afterthought. As a result, providers may struggle to move beyond tactical services like one-off assessments or compliance checklists, and demonstrate First seen on…
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North Korean APT Hackers Target Ukrainian Government Agencies to Steal Login Credentials
Tags: apt, attack, credentials, cyber, government, group, hacker, login, north-korea, phishing, threat, ukraineNorth Korean Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) hackers, specifically the Konni group, have shifted their focus to Ukrainian government agencies in a targeted phishing campaign aimed at stealing login credentials and distributing malware. This attack, observed in February 2025, marks a notable divergence from the group’s traditional targets and raises questions about potential strategic alliances with…
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Hackers Compromise Discord Invite to Inject Malicious Links Delivering AsyncRAT
Threat actors have exploited Discord’s invite system to distribute malicious links, ultimately delivering AsyncRAT and other harmful payloads. Discord, a widely trusted platform for gamers, developers, and communities, has become a target for cybercriminals who abuse its infrastructure particularly the invite link and content delivery features to orchestrate phishing schemes and malware infections. This campaign,…
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GrayAlpha Hackers Group Exploits Browser Updates to Deploy PowerNet Loader and NetSupport RAT
Tags: attack, cyber, cybercrime, exploit, finance, group, hacker, infrastructure, malware, powershell, rat, threat, updateA new infrastructure linked to GrayAlpha, a cybercriminal entity overlapping with the notorious FIN7 group, has been exposed. This financially motivated threat actor, active since at least 2013, is known for its sophisticated attacks targeting retail, hospitality, and financial sectors. Custom Malware Uncovered The latest findings reveal GrayAlpha’s use of custom malware, including a PowerShell…
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Cities of the Future or Hacker’s Paradise? The Cybersecurity Risks of Smart Cities
Join us as we explore the concept of smart cities”, municipalities enhanced by connected technology like sensors, cameras, and automated systems to improve services and infrastructure. We discuss the inherent vulnerabilities that come with these advancements, including cybersecurity threats and real-life incidents such as hacked crosswalk signals featuring voices of tech moguls. Our discussion covers…
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KIA Ecuador Keyless Entry Systems Vulnerability Faces Major Theft Threat
A critical security flaw has been uncovered in the keyless entry systems (KES) widely used in KIA vehicles across Ecuador, exposing thousands of cars to a heightened risk of theft. The vulnerability, identified by independent hardware security researcher Danilo Erazo, centers on the use of outdated “learning code” technology in aftermarket key fobs homologated and…
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Operationelle Resilienz Koordination & Kooperation im Fokus
Tags: bsi, business, ciso, cloud, cyber, cyberattack, cyersecurity, edr, iam, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, RedTeam, resilience, strategy, threat, tool, zero-trustUm Unternehmen auf Cybervorfälle vorzubereiten, brauchen CISOs operationelle Resilienz.Die Aufgabe des CISOs besteht darin, sowohl technologische als auch prozessuale und organisatorische Voraussetzungen für die IT-Sicherheit seines Unternehmens zu schaffen. CISOs schaffen eine auf Resilienz abzielende Sicherheitsarchitektur, treiben die Integration interoperabler Plattformen voran und etablieren Prozesse zur kontinuierlichen Risikoüberwachung.Darüber hinaus sorgen sie für den Aufbau von…
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Definition Threat Modeling – Was ist Threat Modeling?
Tags: threatFirst seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/was-istthreat-modeling-a-e5f3307efccabfb2ce9eaed464976d9a/
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Are Your Cloud Secrets Safe From Threats?
Why Is Secrets Management Crucial for Your Cloud Environment? Do you think your cloud infrastructure is immune to threats? If you believe that solely relying on encrypted passwords, keys, or tokens is enough, you might want to reconsider. My research and insights emphasize the importance of secrets security management. NHIs are machine identities employed for……
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Why Proactive NHI Management is a Must?
Is Proactive NHI Management Our Best Bet Against Cyber Threats? The importance of non-human identities (NHIs) in cybersecurity cannot be overstated. These unique identifiers for automated systems and machine-to-machine communication form the bedrock of modern business infrastructure. But how can we contend with the risks they pose? Proactive NHI management might just be the solution….…
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How Can NHIs Enhance Overall System Security?
How Can NHIs Serve as the Crucial Backbone in Overall System Protection? What if there was a foolproof method for safeguarding your organization’s systems and data from potential threats? A diligent layer of security that offers complete visibility and control over system vulnerabilities? The answer lies in the competent management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and……