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ClickFix Phishing Campaign Targets Booking.com Using Infostealers and RATs
Andrew Doyle
March 14, 2025
A sophisticated ClickFix phishing campaign uses fake Booking.com emails to deliver infostealers and RATs, targeting hospitality businesses. Strong security measures are crucial.
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Volt Typhoon Energy Grid Cyberattack Exposes US Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
Mitchell Langley
March 14, 2025
The Volt Typhoon advanced persistent threat (APT) group maintained access to a Massachusetts power utility's OT network for almost a year, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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Australian Financial Firm FIIG Securities Faces Lawsuit After Massive Financial Data Breach
Andrew Doyle
March 14, 2025
FIIG Securities faces legal action from ASIC for inadequate cybersecurity, leading to a data breach exposing 18,000 clients' sensitive information. The breach highlights the critical ...
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MassJacker Malware: Clipboard Hijacking Malware Tartgets 778,000 CryptoWallets
Mitchell Langley
March 12, 2025
MassJacker malware uses clipboard hijacking to steal cryptocurrency from 778,000 wallets, highlighting sophisticated obfuscation and a potentially massive financial impact.
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Cyberattack on Sunflower Medical Group and Multiple Healthcare Providers Suffer Data Breaches
Andrew Doyle
March 12, 2025
Multiple healthcare providers suffered significant cyberattacks and data breaches in 2025, exposing sensitive patient information, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Rhode Island’s Community Care Alliance Data Breach Exposes 114K Records, Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics and Whitman Hospital Report Cyberattacks
Andrew Doyle
March 12, 2025
Community Care Alliance Data Breach with 114,975 Records Exposed, Central Texas Pediatric Orthopedics and Whitman Hospital Report Cyberattacks
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PowerSchool Hacked Way Back in August, Before December’s Data Breach
Mitchell Langley
March 12, 2025
PowerSchool's December 2024 data breach was preceded by hacks in August and September, exposing sensitive data for millions of students and teachers. A CrowdStrike investigation ...
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Hillcrest Convalescent Center, Bay Cove Human Services and SMC Corporation of America Report Data Breaches
Mitchell Langley
March 12, 2025
Hillcrest Convalescent Center, Bay Cove Human Services and SMC Corporation of America have all reported Data Breaches
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Elon Musk Claims ‘Massive Cyberattack’ on X Originated from Ukraine
Andrew Doyle
March 11, 2025
Elon Musk confirmed a massive cyberattack on X, originating from the Ukraine area, causing widespread service disruptions and highlighting the vulnerability of major tech platforms.
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New York Sues Allstate and National General Over Data Breaches
Mitchell Langley
March 11, 2025
New York sues Allstate and National General for failing to protect consumer data, resulting in two major data breaches exposing thousands of driver's license numbers.
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Cl0p Ransomware Published Rackspace Files on Leak Site
Andrew Doyle
March 11, 2025
Cl0p ransomware publishes Rackspace files after ignored demands, exposing hundreds of Cleo victims. This data breach highlights the ongoing threat to enterprise and cloud security.
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WordPress Vulnerability Expolited to Hack Moroccan Data Protection Authority Website
Andrew Doyle
March 11, 2025
Morocco's data protection authority website suffered a WordPress plugin vulnerability exploit, resulting in reputational damage despite no sensitive data loss.
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NBA and NASCAR Accounts on X Hacked to Promote Cryptocurrency Scams
Andrew Doyle
March 10, 2025
The official NBA and NASCAR accounts on X were hacked to promote fake cryptocurrencies, raising serious concerns about cybersecurity and user safety on social media.
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$5 Million Stolen from 1inch Due to Smart Contract Flaw
Mitchell Langley
March 10, 2025
On March 5, 2025, 1inch confirmed a $5 million theft due to a smart contract flaw, affecting only resolver funds, not end-user assets.
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US Cities Warn of Parking Phishing Texts Used to Steal Personal Data
Andrew Doyle
March 10, 2025
US cities warn residents about a new wave of phishing texts claiming unpaid parking fees, threatening fines and attempting to steal personal information.
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Chicago Public Schools Data Breach Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Student Records
Mitchell Langley
March 10, 2025
Hundreds of thousands of Chicago Public School students' data was exposed in a recent data breach, affecting names, birthdates, and student IDs. The FBI and ...
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Bank of America Issues Warning on Data Breach: Millions of Accounts at Risk
Andrew Doyle
March 10, 2025
Bank of America has announced a massive data breach affecting millions, with customers' sensitive information potentially compromised due to a vendor's mishandling of documents.
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Data Breach Settlement: Rite Aid Agrees to Pay $6.8 Million to Affected Customers
Mitchell Langley
March 10, 2025
Rite Aid has agreed to a $6.8 million settlement following a data breach affecting over 2 million customers, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures.
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New Chirp Tool Using Audio Tones for Data Transit Between Devices
Andrew Doyle
March 10, 2025
The new Chirp tool allows data transfer between devices using audio tones, offering a unique and engaging way to communicate.
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Akira Ransomware Uses Webcam to Bypass EDR
Mitchell Langley
March 7, 2025
The Akira ransomware gang has found a way to bypass EDR by exploiting unsecured webcams, demonstrating a new level of sophistication in cyberattacks.
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LockBit Ransomware Gang Breached, Internal Negotiation Data and Affiliate Info Leaked
Andrew Doyle
May 12, 2025
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Play Ransomware Exploited Windows Logging Vulnerability in Zero-Day Attacks
Mitchell Langley
May 8, 2025
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System Intrusions Surge Across EMEA, Verizon DBIR Warns
April 24, 2025
System intrusion breaches in EMEA doubled to 53% in one year, according to Verizon’s 2025 DBIR, as internal threats and third-party involvement surged globally.
Data Breach at Yale New Haven Health Exposes Personal Information of 5.5 Million Patients
April 24, 2025
A data breach at Yale New Haven Health exposed personal details of 5.5 million patients, with names, SSNs, and medical IDs among the data stolen. ...
New Android Malware ‘SuperCard X’ Uses NFC to Drain Bank Accounts in Real Time
April 24, 2025
New Android malware 'SuperCard X' uses NFC technology and social engineering to clone cards and drain bank accounts in real-time through a convincing multi-step scam. ...
Massive 1.33 Million-Device Botnet Drives Unprecedented DDoS Attacks Surge in Q1 2025
April 24, 2025
A record-breaking 1.33 million-device botnet has driven a 110% surge in DDoS attacks in Q1 2025, targeting fintech, e-commerce, and telecom sectors.
Blue Shield of California Exposes Health Data of 4.7 Million Members to Google Due to Analytics Misconfiguration
April 24, 2025
Blue Shield of California disclosed a data breach impacting 4.7 million members after misconfigured Google Analytics exposed protected health information to Google Ads platforms.
Cybercrime Losses in the U.S. Reached $16.6 Billion in 2024, FBI Reports
April 24, 2025
Cybercrime losses in the U.S. hit $16.6 billion in 2024, with older adults and businesses suffering the most, according to new FBI complaint data.
Marks & Spencer Cyberattack Disrupts Services and Delays Customer Orders
April 23, 2025
Marks & Spencer confirms a cyberattack disrupting services, leading to delayed orders and affecting contactless payments, while assuring customers of ongoing efforts to resolve the ...
Qilin Ransomware: Tactics, Techniques, Procedures and Mitigation
April 23, 2025
Qilin ransomware, a potent threat emerging in 2022, has rapidly gained notoriety. This blog post delves into its advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), providing ...
Cookie-Bite Attack Uses Chrome Extension to Steal Microsoft Session Tokens and Bypass MFA
April 23, 2025
Varonis researchers reveal Cookie-Bite, a proof-of-concept Chrome extension attack that steals Azure Entra ID session cookies to bypass MFA and access Microsoft 365 services.
SK Telecom Malware Incident Targets USIM Customer Data
April 23, 2025
SK Telecom has disclosed a malware attack that exposed sensitive USIM data, prompting swift containment, investigation, and enhanced security measures for its 34 million subscribers. ...
Baltimore City Public Schools Data Breach Impacts 25,000 Individuals After Ransomware Attack
April 23, 2025
Baltimore City Public Schools confirms 25,000 people were impacted by a February ransomware attack that exposed sensitive employee and student information, including identification documents.
Active! Mail Zero-Day RCE Vulnerability Exploited in Ongoing Attacks on Japanese Organizations
April 23, 2025
A zero-day flaw in Active! Mail is under active exploitation in Japan, affecting major providers and exposing data across enterprise, education, and government sectors.
The Second Scam: FBI Warns of IC3 Impersonators Targeting Fraud Victims
April 22, 2025
The FBI has issued a stark warning about a growing scam targeting individuals who’ve already been victimized. In this episode, we unpack how fraudsters are ...
Ad Fraud Operation ‘Scallywag’ Used WordPress Plugins to Generate 1.4 Billion Daily Ad Requests
April 22, 2025
The Scallywag ad fraud network used WordPress plugins to generate 1.4 billion daily ad requests, monetizing piracy and redirect sites before being dismantled.
FBI Warns of IC3 Impersonation Scam Targeting Victims of Online Fraud
April 22, 2025
The FBI warns of a scam where criminals impersonate IC3 officials, targeting prior fraud victims with false promises of fund recovery to steal financial information. ...
Abilene, Texas Shuts Down City Systems Following Cyberattack
April 22, 2025
Abilene, Texas has taken key systems offline after a cyberattack. City services are disrupted but emergency response remains intact. Investigation and recovery efforts continue.
Imaflex Inc. Data Breach Exposes Personal and Employment Data
April 22, 2025
Imaflex Inc. Data Breach Exposes Personal and Employment Data: Legal Investigation Underway Imaflex Inc. has disclosed a data breach that exposed sensitive personal and employment-related ...
Google Confirms Sophisticated Phishing Attack Targeting Gmail Users Through DKIM and OAuth Abuse
April 22, 2025
Google confirms a phishing campaign targeting Gmail users that abused DKIM and Google Sites to send spoofed legal requests and steal user credentials undetected.
Evil Corp (UNC2165): The Russian Syndicate Behind Global Cyber Chaos
April 22, 2025
Evil Corp, a prolific Russian cybercrime syndicate, deploys sophisticated malware and ransomware, targeting diverse sectors globally, including healthcare and finance, for financial gain and potential ...
This Week In Cybersecurity: April 1st to 5th, 2025
April 21, 2025
This week in cybersecurity covers a range of incidents, including the shutdown of openSNP over privacy concerns, a data breach affecting 173,000 patients, and a ...