"We are looking at the group that is publicly known as Scattered Spider, but we've got a range of different hypotheses and we'll follow the evidence to get to the offenders."
"The focus on a particular industry and geography is a common tactic of the Scattered Spider community, which communicates on platforms such as Discord and Telegram."
Scattered Spider, a hacker collective of native English speakers, is under investigation for cyber-attacks on major UK retailers, including Marks & Spencer, the Co-op, and Harrods. Marks & Spencer anticipates a £300 million loss following a recent system breach. The UK's National Crime Agency is prioritizing the identification of this group, which employs tactics like ransomware—typically associated with Russian gangs but executed by English-speaking individuals. Their unique methods of communication via platforms like Discord and Telegram aid their operational efficiency and focus.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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