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Play Ransomware Evolves with New Linux Variant Targeting VMware ESXi Servers
Mitchell Langley
July 24, 2024
Cyber researchers uncover Play ransomware expanding its reach
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AI-Powered Ransomware: How AI is Revolutionizing Ransomware
Mitchell Langley
July 17, 2024
Ransomware is getting smarter thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). These AI-powered attacks can target vulnerabilities with pinpoint accuracy and spread ...
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200,000 Impacted in 2023 Dallas County Ransomware Attack
Mitchell Langley
July 15, 2024
Dallas County, one of the largest counties in Texas, has notified over 200,000 individuals that their personal information was exposed in a ransomware attack carried ...
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CDK Ransomware Attack Update: CDK Global Provides Update on Recovery Efforts
Gabby Lee
June 26, 2024
CDK Global, a leading provider of automotive retail software, has informed its dealer clients that systems impacted by a recent ransomware attack likely will not ...
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Black Basta Ransomware May Have Exploited Windows Zero-Day Flaw
Gabby Lee
June 13, 2024
Analysis Suggests Black Basta Ransomware Group Used Unpatched Windows Vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-26169 that impacts the Windows Error Reporting service.
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RansomHub Ransomware Group Exploits ZeroLogon Vulnerability to Spread Malware
Gabby Lee
June 10, 2024
Security researchers have uncovered ransomware attacks conducted by the notorious RansomHub group leveraging the unpatched ZeroLogon vulnerability (CVE-2020-1472) to gain initial access to victim environments. ...
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Qilin Ransomware Gang Behind the NHS Cyberattack Impacting Synnovis and Crippling South London Hospitals
Mitchell Langley
June 7, 2024
Security experts point to Qilin ransomware as culprit behind disruption of NHS hospital services.
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Seattle Public Library Ransomware Attack Paralyzes Library Operations, Services Slowly Restored
Gabby Lee
May 30, 2024
The Seattle Public Library (SPL) faced a devastating ransomware attack over the Memorial Day weekend that crippled its systems and disrupted access to critical digital ...
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Mustafa and Jumbo Group Hit by Ransomware Attack
Gabby Lee
May 28, 2024
Two prominent Singaporean companies - retail giant Mustafa Group and seafood restaurant chain Jumbo Group - were targeted in ransomware attacks.
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Fallout from Ascension Cyberattack Continues: Disrupting Care at Hospitals
Mitchell Langley
May 24, 2024
Due to the ongoing impact of a recent ascension cyberattack, staff at Ascension hospitals are having to rely on manual workarounds. The national health system ...
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Lockbit Ransomware Group Claims London Drugs Ransomware Attack
Mitchell Langley
May 24, 2024
London Drugs, a major Canadian pharmacy chain, recently fell victim to a Lockbit ransomware attack that stole some corporate files containing employee information.
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Ascension Ransomware Attack Forces the Health Giant to Divert Ambulances and Delay Appointments
Gabby Lee
May 14, 2024
The Ascension ransomware attack targeting one of the largest private healthcare providers in the United States has caused disruptions to hospital operations and appointments for ...
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Feds Issue Advisory on Black Basta Ransomware After Ascension Cyber Attack
Gabby Lee
May 13, 2024
After the Ascension Hospital Cyber Attack, a joint advisory on Friday by FBI, CISA, and HHS warned that the Black Basta ransomware group has been ...
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Qilin Ransomware 2024: Unveiling the Tactics, Techniques and Procedures
Mitchell Langley
May 9, 2024
Qilin Ransomware has gained notoriety for its sophisticated techniques and devastating impact on organizations. In this comprehensive article, we will delve deep into Qilin Ransomware, ...
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City of Wichita Ransomware Attack Causes Major Disruptions
Gabby Lee
May 7, 2024
Ransomware Attack Hits City of Wichita. The City of Wichita in Kansas fell victim to a ransomware attack in late 2023, encrypting critical data and ...
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When Credentials Fail: How Authentication Failure Led to the Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack
Mitchell Langley
May 2, 2024
As ransomware attacks continue to grow in frequency and sophistication, the cybersecurity of enterprise networks is constantly being challenged. While ...
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This Week in Cybersecurity – April 15th to April 19th: Giant Tiger Data Breached
Gabby Lee
May 2, 2024
Giant Tiger Data Breached, RansomHub Ransomware Leaks Change Healthcare data, Cerebral Settles Facebook Pixel Data Case at $7 Million Giant ...
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Georgia County Hit with Ransomware Attack Disrupting Voter Registration System
Mitchell Langley
April 29, 2024
On April 22nd, 2024, Coffee County, Georgia fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack that crippled many of the county’s ...
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UnitedHealth Group Confirms Ransom Payment to Prevent Data Leak
Mitchell Langley
April 24, 2024
The UnitedHealth Group has recently acknowledged that it made a payment to cybercriminals to safeguard sensitive data that was stolen ...
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Synlab Italia Forced to Halt Operations After a Ransomware Attack
Gabby Lee
April 23, 2024
Synlab Italia, a subsidiary of the global Synlab group, has temporarily halted its medical diagnostic and testing services due to ...
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Highline Public Schools Ransomware Attack Forces the School to Shut Down Classes
Gabby Lee
October 8, 2024
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Wayne County Cyberattack Cripples Government Services; Ransom Demand Fuels Investigation
Mitchell Langley
October 3, 2024
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Community Clinic of Maui Data Breach: LockBit Ransomware Attack Exposes Patient Data
Mitchell Langley
October 2, 2024
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UMC Hospital Lubbock Still Crippled by Devastating Ransomware Attack
Gabby Lee
September 30, 2024
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New York Sports Club Data Breach: 19,836 Individuals Affected
October 2, 2024
The New York Sports Club data breach has affected 19,836 individuals, exposing sensitive employee information such as Social Security numbers and passport numbers.
Community Clinic of Maui Data Breach: LockBit Ransomware Attack Exposes Patient Data
October 2, 2024
The Community Clinic of Maui suffered a significant data breach after a LockBit ransomware attack in May, exposing sensitive patient information. The clinic is working ...
FCC Fines T-Mobile US $31.4 Million for Data Breaches
October 2, 2024
The FCC fined T-Mobile US $31.4 million for multiple data breaches, impacting millions of customers and mandating significant cybersecurity improvements.
Top 5 Dangerous Cyberattack Techniques in 2024
October 2, 2024
SANS Institute reveals the top 5 dangerous cyberattack techniques for 2024. Learn how to protect your enterprise from these evolving threats.
AFP Cyberattack: Security Breach at French News Agency Exposes Critical Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
September 30, 2024
The AFP cyberattack disrupted the French news agency's systems, highlighting the growing threat to media outlets and critical infrastructure. The perpetrators and motives remain unknown.
Critical Flaw in NVIDIA Container Toolkit Allows Full Host Takeover
September 30, 2024
A critical flaw (CVE-2024-0132) in NVIDIA Container Toolkit allows container escape, granting full host access and enabling attackers to execute commands and exfiltrate data.
UMC Hospital Lubbock Still Crippled by Devastating Ransomware Attack
September 30, 2024
UMC hospital in Lubbock faces a crippling ransomware attack, diverting ambulances and impacting patient care. The emergency room remains open, but the IT outage persists. ...
What is DNS Spoofing/DNS Cache Poisoning and How Can It Compromise Your Network?
September 30, 2024
DNS spoofing, also known as DNS cache poisoning, is a malicious technique that exploits vulnerabilities in the DNS system to redirect users to fraudulent websites, ...
This Week In Cybersecurity: 23rd September to 27th September
September 27, 2024
Harvey Nichols Data Breach: High-End Retailer Confirms Customer Data Exposure in Cyberattack Harvey Nichols has confirmed a data breach affecting its customers, exposing personal information ...
Meta Fined €91 Million: DPC Concludes Inquiry into Data Breach
September 27, 2024
Meta Platforms Ireland Limited has been fined €91 million by the Data Protection Commission for failing to protect user passwords adequately, highlighting the importance of ...
MC2 Data Leak: Over 100 Million Americans Exposed in Massive Data Breach
September 27, 2024
The MC2 Data breach has exposed the sensitive personal information of over 100 million Americans, representing nearly a third of the US population.
FBI and Homeland Security Investigate Critical Water Facility Cyberattack in Kansas
September 27, 2024
FBI and Homeland Security investigate a Kansas water facility cyberattack, forcing manual operations but ensuring uninterrupted service. The incident highlights critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
AutoCanada Ransomware Attack: Employee Data Compromised
September 25, 2024
AutoCanada's August ransomware attack, claimed by Hunters International, may have exposed employee data including payroll, addresses, and social security numbers.
US Capitol Dark Web Cyber Attack: Thousands of Staffers’ Data Leaked
September 25, 2024
A massive Dark Web Cyber Attack on the US Capitol has exposed personal information of over 3,000 congressional staffers.
MoneyGram Cyberattack: Outage Enters Day Three, Ransomware Suspected
September 25, 2024
MoneyGram, a leading global money transfer company, is facing a major outage that has disrupted its systems and payment services for three days. The company ...
Dell Data Breached Again! Hackers Claim Second Attack Within a Week, Exposing 3.5GB of Data
September 25, 2024
Hackers claim a second Dell data breach within a week, accessing 3.5GB of company data, including internal infrastructure information and user credentials.
The Chaser Cyberattack: Hong Kong Diaspora Media in Britain Reports ‘Government-Backed’ Attacks
September 25, 2024
A Hong Kong diaspora news website in Britain, The Chaser, has reported a "government-backed" cyberattack targeting its company email, raising concerns about the growing pressure ...
Kansas Water Facility Cyberattack: Arkansas City Water Treatment Plant Targeted
September 25, 2024
Hackers targeted the water treatment plant in Arkansas City, Kansas, prompting a federal investigation. The city assured residents that the water supply is safe, and ...
Dell Investigates Data Breach Claims After Hacker Leaks Employee Info
September 25, 2024
Dell Data Breach: Hacker Leaks Employee Information, Company Investigates
23andMe Board Resigns Amidst CEO’s Takeover Bid: A Battle for Control
September 20, 2024
All independent directors of 23andMe have resigned, citing disagreements with CEO Anne Wojcicki's plan to take the company private. This leaves Wojcicki as the sole ...