N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says
North Korean IT workers engaged in fraud and extortion to fund the regime, making it difficult for US companies to pursue justice.
N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says
A federal court indicted 14 North Koreans for extorting U.S. companies to fund North Korea's weapons programs through an elaborate remote work scheme.
Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group
Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.
'AI mafia' gang floods restaurant with scathing reviews to extort 10k
A London restaurant was targeted by an AI mafia demanding £10,000 after bombarding it with fake negative reviews, highlighting online reputation threats.
Experts emphasize the increasing risk of automated attacks on businesses, underscoring the challenges in safeguarding online reputations.
Ransomware Is 'More Brutal' Than Ever in 2024
Ransomware remains a significant threat in 2024, with cybercrime gangs extorting victims worldwide.
Cybercrook devoid of boundaries gets 10-year prison stint
Robert Purbeck sentenced to 10 years for hacking and extortion, affecting 19 medical facilities and ordering restitution over $1 million.
N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says
North Korean IT workers engaged in fraud and extortion to fund the regime, making it difficult for US companies to pursue justice.
N Korea made millions from remote work scheme, US says
A federal court indicted 14 North Koreans for extorting U.S. companies to fund North Korea's weapons programs through an elaborate remote work scheme.
Latvian Hacker Extradited to U.S. for Role in Karakurt Cybercrime Group
Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.
'AI mafia' gang floods restaurant with scathing reviews to extort 10k
A London restaurant was targeted by an AI mafia demanding £10,000 after bombarding it with fake negative reviews, highlighting online reputation threats.
Experts emphasize the increasing risk of automated attacks on businesses, underscoring the challenges in safeguarding online reputations.
Ransomware Is 'More Brutal' Than Ever in 2024
Ransomware remains a significant threat in 2024, with cybercrime gangs extorting victims worldwide.
Cybercrook devoid of boundaries gets 10-year prison stint
Robert Purbeck sentenced to 10 years for hacking and extortion, affecting 19 medical facilities and ordering restitution over $1 million.
$75 Million Record-Breaking Ransom Paid To Cybercriminals, Say Researchers
The largest known ransom payment of US $75 million was made by a Fortune 50 company to the Dark Angels ransomware group.
The BlackSuit ransomware gang has demanded over $500 million since 2022
BlackSuit ransomware group has demanded over $500 million from victims, standing out for their exorbitant ransom demands.
Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt
Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.
Hackers are extorting Globe Life with stolen customer data | TechCrunch
Globe Life is being extorted by a hacker who stole sensitive customer data, affecting approximately 5,000 individuals.
Alleged Karakut ransomware scumbag charged in US
Deniss Zolotarjovs was charged in the US for conspiring in a ransomware extortion scheme involving significant cryptocurrency demands.
FBI takes down ransomware gang that hacked dozens of companies | TechCrunch
The FBI seized servers of the ransomware gang Radar/Dispossessor, a significant win in combating ransomware threats.
$75 Million Record-Breaking Ransom Paid To Cybercriminals, Say Researchers
The largest known ransom payment of US $75 million was made by a Fortune 50 company to the Dark Angels ransomware group.
The BlackSuit ransomware gang has demanded over $500 million since 2022
BlackSuit ransomware group has demanded over $500 million from victims, standing out for their exorbitant ransom demands.
Why you should always be wary of insider threats: A disgruntled employee at a US industrial firm deleted backups and locked IT admins out of workstations in a failed data extortion attempt
Disgruntled employees can exploit insider knowledge, leading to potential cyber extortion and operational disruption.
Hackers are extorting Globe Life with stolen customer data | TechCrunch
Globe Life is being extorted by a hacker who stole sensitive customer data, affecting approximately 5,000 individuals.
Alleged Karakut ransomware scumbag charged in US
Deniss Zolotarjovs was charged in the US for conspiring in a ransomware extortion scheme involving significant cryptocurrency demands.
FBI takes down ransomware gang that hacked dozens of companies | TechCrunch
The FBI seized servers of the ransomware gang Radar/Dispossessor, a significant win in combating ransomware threats.
Dallas police investigating sexual assault claim against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott
Prescott faces investigations and extortion lawsuit
Prescott denies sexual assault claim
Lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott moved from Dallas County to Collin County
The lawsuit against Dak Prescott over sexual assault claims was dropped in Dallas County and refiled in Collin County, still ongoing amid extortion accusations.
Deranged park ranger allegedly sexually abused & extorted gay men he found in a park - LGBTQ Nation
A Houston park ranger faces multiple charges of sexual assault and extortion involving threats against several victims.
Allegations include coercion into providing money and attempting to orchestrate further illegal acts.
Woman Cowboys QB Dak Prescott accuses of extortion intends to pursue a criminal case
The woman is planning to pursue a criminal case against Dak Prescott for sexual assault.
Yoel Zehaie states they have a strong case for both civil and criminal aspects in the matter.
Hayward man allegedly told teen he'd share lewd video of them if she refused to meet. But she had already given her phone to a detective
A man faces serious charges including rape and extortion after allegedly abusing a teenage girl over several months.
The victim reported threats of video exposure as a coercive tactic used by the accused.
Gym manager assaulted customers, demanded nude photos from worker, CA officials say
A gym manager has been charged with multiple felony counts of sexual assault against customers and extorting an employee for nude photos.
Dallas police investigating sexual assault claim against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott
Prescott faces investigations and extortion lawsuit
Prescott denies sexual assault claim
Lawsuit against Cowboys QB Dak Prescott moved from Dallas County to Collin County
The lawsuit against Dak Prescott over sexual assault claims was dropped in Dallas County and refiled in Collin County, still ongoing amid extortion accusations.
Deranged park ranger allegedly sexually abused & extorted gay men he found in a park - LGBTQ Nation
A Houston park ranger faces multiple charges of sexual assault and extortion involving threats against several victims.
Allegations include coercion into providing money and attempting to orchestrate further illegal acts.
Woman Cowboys QB Dak Prescott accuses of extortion intends to pursue a criminal case
The woman is planning to pursue a criminal case against Dak Prescott for sexual assault.
Yoel Zehaie states they have a strong case for both civil and criminal aspects in the matter.
Hayward man allegedly told teen he'd share lewd video of them if she refused to meet. But she had already given her phone to a detective
A man faces serious charges including rape and extortion after allegedly abusing a teenage girl over several months.
The victim reported threats of video exposure as a coercive tactic used by the accused.
Gym manager assaulted customers, demanded nude photos from worker, CA officials say
A gym manager has been charged with multiple felony counts of sexual assault against customers and extorting an employee for nude photos.
Former Avenue Capital employee in a legal fight with billionaire boss Marc Lasry claims she was offered $5 million to 'settle without an attorney'
Marc Lasry allegedly offered a $5 million settlement to Gina Strum amidst sexual harassment accusations and extortion claims.
Billionaire Marc Lasry claims in a new lawsuit that a former employee is trying to extort him for $50 million. Here are the most eye-catching excerpts.
Marc Lasry is suing Gina Strum for alleged extortion related to a $50 million demand as tensions escalate between them.
Former Avenue Capital employee in a legal fight with billionaire boss Marc Lasry claims she was offered $5 million to 'settle without an attorney'
Marc Lasry allegedly offered a $5 million settlement to Gina Strum amidst sexual harassment accusations and extortion claims.
Billionaire Marc Lasry claims in a new lawsuit that a former employee is trying to extort him for $50 million. Here are the most eye-catching excerpts.
Marc Lasry is suing Gina Strum for alleged extortion related to a $50 million demand as tensions escalate between them.
Bar owner says ex-police commish Edward Caban's brother James tried to 'extort' him, nightlife cops subpoenaed
Federal subpoenas target NYPD lieutenants amid allegations of police misconduct and extortion involving local bars and James Caban, ex-commissioner's brother.
NYC bar owner claims James Caban tried to 'extort' him over NYPD enforcement: report
Allegations of police extortion surfaced with the brother of an ousted commissioner trying to charge a bar owner to resolve police issues.
Bar owner says ex-police commish Edward Caban's brother James tried to 'extort' him, nightlife cops subpoenaed
Federal subpoenas target NYPD lieutenants amid allegations of police misconduct and extortion involving local bars and James Caban, ex-commissioner's brother.
NYC bar owner claims James Caban tried to 'extort' him over NYPD enforcement: report
Allegations of police extortion surfaced with the brother of an ousted commissioner trying to charge a bar owner to resolve police issues.
This new ransomware group has been calling up victims to pressure them into paying - and it could be their downfall
Volcano Demon ransomware collective utilizes novel tactics, including calls to pressure victims into paying ransom.
Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs
A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.
Ransomware victims targeted in follow-on extortion attacks
Ransomware victims are being targeted by criminals posing as security researchers, who offer to delete stolen data or grant access to servers for a fee.
Arctic Wolf Labs identified two cases of victims being extorted by a fake cyber samaritan, believed to be the same individual or group.
This new ransomware group has been calling up victims to pressure them into paying - and it could be their downfall
Volcano Demon ransomware collective utilizes novel tactics, including calls to pressure victims into paying ransom.
Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs
A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.
Ransomware victims targeted in follow-on extortion attacks
Ransomware victims are being targeted by criminals posing as security researchers, who offer to delete stolen data or grant access to servers for a fee.
Arctic Wolf Labs identified two cases of victims being extorted by a fake cyber samaritan, believed to be the same individual or group.