Summary The ransomware landscape significantly evolved in 2024, with a surge in active groups and increasingly sophisticated attacks. LockBit, RansomHub, Play, Akira, and Black Basta led in claimed victims, highlighting the persistent danger of ransomware. […]
Summary Precision-validated phishing is a concerning new trend in credential theft. This method uses real-time email validation to target high-value accounts, bypassing traditional security measures. Defenders must adapt their strategies to counter this evolving threat. […]
Summary Ransomware group Brain Cipher claims to have stolen 1TB of compressed data from Deloitte UK. Deloitte denies their systems were breached, stating the impacted system belonged to a single client and was isolated from […]
Summary Toll payment scams, fueled by the Smishing Triad, are rising in the US and UK. These scams involve fraudulent texts demanding payment for nonexistent tolls. Consumers should be wary of unsolicited messages and verify […]
Summary The BlackSuit ransomware attack on CDK Global in June 2024 crippled over 10,000 US car dealerships. The attack caused over $1 billion in losses and disrupted operations for weeks. This incident highlights the vulnerability […]
Summary Hertz confirmed a data breach stemming from vulnerabilities in its vendor Cleo’s file-transfer software. Customer data, including driver’s licenses and credit card information, was stolen. Hertz is offering two years of identity monitoring services […]
Summary A cyberattack potentially compromised the data of thousands of IBM employees. The threat actor, known as “888,” claims responsibility, but their history raises doubts about the veracity of the breach. The incident highlights the […]
Summary The Change Healthcare ransomware attack, impacting 100 million individuals, has incurred costs exceeding $2.457 billion for UnitedHealth Group. The attack disrupted healthcare operations nationwide, causing financial and patient care delays. This incident underscores the […]
Summary A ransomware attack on Nissan North America in November 2023 exposed the Social Security numbers of over 53,000 current and former employees. Initially, Nissan believed only business data was compromised, but further investigation revealed […]
Summary A ransomware attack on Starbucks’ supplier, Blue Yonder, disrupted employee scheduling and payroll. Starbucks implemented manual processes to ensure employees received timely and accurate pay. This incident highlights the vulnerability of supply chains to […]
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