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US reveals charges against alleged LockBit ransomware developer

Rostislav Panev has been charged for his role in the LockBit ransomware group, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

US reveals charges against alleged LockBit ransomware developer

Rostislav Panev has been charged for his role in the LockBit ransomware group, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.
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New clues show how Russia's grid hackers aimed for physical destruction

The December 2016 cyberattack on Ukraine's power grid aimed for prolonged outages rather than a brief disruption.

The words and phrases you should NEVER Google to avoid being hacked

Google searches can be dangerous; certain phrases may lead to malware and hacking threats through SEO poisoning.
Scammers exploit legitimate search engine results to direct victims to harmful websites.

Cybercriminals Use Excel Exploit to Spread Fileless Remcos RAT Malware

A phishing campaign is spreading a fileless variant of Remcos RAT, allowing attackers to control compromised computers and extract sensitive data.

Iran-Linked IOCONTROL Malware Targets SCADA and Linux-Based IoT Platforms

Iran-affiliated actors developed IOCONTROL malware targeting IoT and OT environments to compromise critical infrastructure in Israel and the US.

US Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm for 2020 Ransomware Attack

U.S. sanctions target a Chinese cybersecurity firm for 2020 ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure.

AndroxGh0st Malware Integrates Mozi Botnet to Target IoT and Cloud Services

AndroxGh0st malware is expanding its exploitation of security flaws in various applications, raising significant concerns for critical infrastructure.

New clues show how Russia's grid hackers aimed for physical destruction

The December 2016 cyberattack on Ukraine's power grid aimed for prolonged outages rather than a brief disruption.

The words and phrases you should NEVER Google to avoid being hacked

Google searches can be dangerous; certain phrases may lead to malware and hacking threats through SEO poisoning.
Scammers exploit legitimate search engine results to direct victims to harmful websites.

Cybercriminals Use Excel Exploit to Spread Fileless Remcos RAT Malware

A phishing campaign is spreading a fileless variant of Remcos RAT, allowing attackers to control compromised computers and extract sensitive data.

Iran-Linked IOCONTROL Malware Targets SCADA and Linux-Based IoT Platforms

Iran-affiliated actors developed IOCONTROL malware targeting IoT and OT environments to compromise critical infrastructure in Israel and the US.

US Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm for 2020 Ransomware Attack

U.S. sanctions target a Chinese cybersecurity firm for 2020 ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure.

AndroxGh0st Malware Integrates Mozi Botnet to Target IoT and Cloud Services

AndroxGh0st malware is expanding its exploitation of security flaws in various applications, raising significant concerns for critical infrastructure.
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WordPress Hunk Companion Plugin Flaw Exploited to Silently Install Malicious Plugins

A critical vulnerability in the Hunk Companion WordPress plugin allows attackers to install malicious plugins, which can lead to severe security breaches.

Solana JavaScript SDK backdoored to steal keys, funds

Malware was introduced in the @solana/web3.js library via a compromised npm account, affecting users who downloaded specific versions.

Socks5Systemz Botnet Powers Illegal Proxy Service with 85,000+ Hacked Devices

A botnet called Socks5Systemz powers the illicit proxy service PROXY.AM, enabling cybercriminals to obscure their activities.

8 Million Android Users Hit by SpyLoan Malware in Loan Apps on Google Play

Malicious Android apps posing as loan services have been found on Google Play, collectively downloaded over 8 million times, containing SpyLoan malware.

Cybercriminals Exploit Popular Game Engine Godot to Distribute Cross-Platform Malware

The Godot Engine is being exploited by cybercriminals for malware distribution, affecting over 17,000 systems since June 2024.

The Bing Wallpaper app may decrypt, read your cookies

The Bing Wallpaper app may have malicious capabilities that compromise user privacy and security.

The HackerNoon Newsletter: Predicted Outputs: The OpenAI Feature You Probably Missed (11/20/2024) | HackerNoon

OpenAI's Predicted Outputs feature enhances API efficiency for developers.
OpenAI may shift towards proprietary chips, limiting open AI access.
Nature-inspired blockchain solutions could revolutionize the tech landscape.
New malware threatens macOS users by masquerading as crypto tools.

Whitestone man arrested for allegedly running $1M cable theft operation: DA - QNS

A Whitestone man was arrested for allegedly creating and distributing forged modems filled with malware linked to a cable theft operation.

NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing says

NSO Group's malware exploited WhatsApp despite ongoing legal battles, demonstrating their adaptive techniques in spyware development.
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