The article reveals an attempted infiltration into a major US retailer by the cybercrime group Scattered Spider, known for tactics like SIM swapping and fake IT calls. Jon DiMaggio, a chief security strategist, details the group's sophisticated methods and their history of high-profile breaches, including MGM and Caesars. Despite arrests, Scattered Spider continues to evolve and expand its attacks, particularly targeting American businesses after recent successes in the UK. Their cyber activities are tracked by Mandiant, highlighting ongoing threats to corporate security.
The call came into the help desk at a large US retailer. An employee had been locked out of their corporate accounts.
Scattered Spider is a cyber gang linked to SIM swapping, fake IT calls, and ransomware crews like ALPHV.
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