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Information security

CISA's ransomware warnings helped critical orgs fix 852 bugs

US government's CISA is actively assisting critical infrastructure organizations in addressing vulnerabilities exploited by ransomware gangs to prevent attacks. [ more ]

ITPro

Information security

Russian LockBit mastermind unmasked by law enforcement

Authorities unmask leader of LockBit ransomware group after international law enforcement disruption led by UK NCA, imposing sanctions and revealing US reward for his arrest. [ more ]

Theregister

Information security

CISA boss: Secure software needed to stop ransomware

Make software secure by design to combat ransomware attacks and enhance cybersecurity measures. [ more ]

ITPro

Information security

Nearly 70 software vendors sign up to CISA's cyber resilience program

Nearly 70 leading US software companies are committing to incorporating secure by design principles into their products to enhance cyber resilience. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Information security

Enhance identity controls before banning ransomware payments | Computer Weekly

Ransomware payments should be banned to prevent funding cybercriminals, but SMEs may struggle to recover from data loss. [ more ]

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Coindesk

Information security

U.S. DOJ Identifies and Charges LockBit Ransomware Gang Leader with Fraud, Extortion

U.S. authorities identified Dmitry Khoroshev as LockBit ransomware gang mastermind, offering $10M reward. [ more ]

TNW | Data-Security

Information security

Meet the leader of LockBit, the 'most active ransomware gang ever'

LockBit's alleged leader, Dmitry Khoroshev, unmasked by Cybercrime hunters, known for leading the most active ransomware group causing billions in damages. [ more ]

WIRED

Information security

The Alleged LockBit Ransomware Mastermind Has Been Identified

Law enforcement monitoring cybercriminal activities can lead to arrests and disruption of operations. [ more ]

CyberScoop

4 days ago

Information security

Potent youth cybercrime ring made up of 1,000 people, FBI official says

A group of around 1,000 young cybercriminals known as Scattered Spider pose a significant cybersecurity threat through social engineering and collaboration with ransomware groups. [ more ]

Theregister

1 week ago

Information security

Crims abusing Microsoft Quick Assist to deploy ransomware

A cybercrime gang is exploiting Microsoft's Quick Assist for social engineering attacks leading to Black Basta ransomware infections. [ more ]

Theregister

Privacy professionals

Crypto scams more costly to US than ransomware, feds say

Investment fraud led to the largest financial loss in cybercrimes last year at $4.57 billion, mostly targeting victims seeking quick returns through cryptocurrency.

Scammers utilize social engineering tactics like romance or confidence scams to transition into crypto investment fraud, along with appealing scams claiming to recover lost funds. [ more ]

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Theregister

Information security

US healthcare org Ascension is battling a 'cyber' incident

Healthcare organization Ascension in the US experiences a cybersecurity event affecting its network. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

5 days ago

London

Hackers release corporate data stolen from London Drugs | CBC News

London Drugs faced a cyberattack with stolen files and refused to pay ransom, prioritizing employee data protection and notifying affected individuals. [ more ]

Theregister

5 days ago

Information security

70% of CISOs worry their org is at risk of a material attack

Chief information security officers are increasingly concerned about the risk of cyber attacks, with many feeling unprepared, especially regarding ransomware. [ more ]

Darkreading

Privacy professionals

Nissan Oceania Breached; 100K People Affected Down Under

Nissan faces cyberattacks history

Sensitive personal data exposed in recent attack [ more ]

TechCrunch

Privacy professionals

LoanDepot says about 17 million customers had personal data and Social Security numbers stolen during cyberattack | TechCrunch

LoanDepot confirmed data breach impacting 17 million customers' sensitive information.

Other loan and mortgage companies also targeted by cyberattacks in recent months. [ more ]

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Ars Technica

4 days ago

Information security

Newly discovered ransomware uses BitLocker to encrypt victim data

Ransomware ShrinkLocker utilizes Windows BitLocker feature for unauthorized data encryption. [ more ]

ITPro

1 week ago

Information security

Hackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist remote desktop features to deploy ransomware

Hackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist for ransomware attacks. [ more ]

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Theregister

6 days ago

Information security

LockBit takedown taking toll as gang plummets down rankings

The takedown of LockBit in February has led to Play overtaking it in cyberattack activities, with law enforcement's disruption efforts showing some success. [ more ]

www.france24.com

Privacy professionals

International investigation disrupts infamous ransomware gang LockBit

Law enforcement agencies disrupt LockBit ransomware syndicate

LockBit linked to thousands of cyberattacks globally

International collaboration key in dismantling LockBit [ more ]

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cyberscoop.com

Information security

Ransomware used in attack that disrupted US hospitals

A ransomware cyberattack disrupted operations at Ascension, one of the largest U.S. health care systems. [ more ]

MedCity News

Privacy professionals

Answering 7 Key Questions About Change Healthcare's Cyberattack

Change Healthcare hit by cyberattack affecting patient prescriptions

Federal government steps in to address fallout and digital bottlenecks

Russian-speaking cybercriminal group BlackCat known for ransomware attacks and data leaks [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Privacy professionals

Who is Blackcat, the hacker group that has disrupted UnitedHealth and pharmacies everywhere?

Blackcat ransomware group identified as responsible for cyberattack on UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare business

Multiple law enforcement agencies investigating Blackcat ransomware group for disrupting critical infrastructure [ more ]

www.databreaches.net

Privacy technologies

Yes, Change Healthcare breach was us BlackCat

Change Healthcare cyberattack confirmed as ransomware attack linked to BlackCat (AlphV)

Attack impacted pharmacies and hospitals, causing prescription and payment processing issues [ more ]

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CyberScoop

Information security

Exploitation of vulnerabilities almost tripled as a source of data breaches last year

Attacks exploiting vulnerabilities increased by 180% driven by MOVEit hack. [ more ]

Theregister

4 weeks ago

London

'Cybersecurity incident' closes London Drugs' pharmacies

London Drugs closed all stores due to a cybersecurity incident [ more ]

Ars Technica

Privacy professionals

Hackers are carrying out ransomware experiments in developing countries

Hackers target developing countries for ransomware testing before attacking richer nations. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Artificial intelligence

CISOs not yet convinced to invest in AI | Computer Weekly

CISOs are concerned about AI cyber threats but prioritize existing risks like ransomware and vulnerabilities over hypothetical AI-orchestrated attacks. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Data science

Seven ways to be sure you can restore from backup | Computer Weekly

Regular testing is crucial for the effectiveness of a disaster recovery plan.

Understanding critical systems and dependencies is essential for successful backup testing. [ more ]

TechRepublic

Privacy professionals

3 UK Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2024

Cyber attacks named top risk for businesses in the U.K. for the first time.

AI, zero days, and IoT security identified as significant trends in cyber security for 2024. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Privacy professionals

Larry Magid: How to avoid or recover from a ransomware attack

Ransomware encrypts data demanding ransom.

Backups are essential in preventing data loss from ransomware attacks. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Privacy professionals

Ransomware groups warned there is no money in attacking British state

Ransomware gangs targeting state institutions may not receive payments.

NCSC policy is clear against ransom payments for attacks on publicly-funded institutions. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Privacy professionals

75% of third-party breaches target software, IT supply chains | Computer Weekly

Approximately 75% of cyber security breaches through third-parties occur after attacking entities in the victim's supply chain. Third-party breaches contribute to about 29% of all breaches recorded by SecurityScorecard. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

Privacy professionals

Black Basta, Bl00dy ransomware gangs exploiting ConnectWise vulns | Computer Weekly

Ransomware gangs exploit ConnectWise ScreenConnect vulnerabilities with high CVE scores.

Multiple threat actors using leaked build of LockBit target unpatched organizations. [ more ]

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