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Cyber Espionage Campaign Targeting Foreign Ministries in the Americas Introduction In late 2022 to early 2023, a Chinese state-level threat actor known as APT15 conducted a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign targeting foreign ministries in North and South America. APT15, also known by various aliases such as Flea, Nickel, Vixen Panda, KE3CHANG, Royal APT, and Playful…
The US Department of Justice Establishes National Security Cyber Section to Combat Cybersecurity Threats Introduction In response to the growing cybersecurity threats posed by nation-state actors, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) has recently announced the creation of the National Security Cyber Section, also known as NatSec Cyber. This newly formed division will collaborate with…
Apple Issues Emergency Patch to Address Alleged Spyware Vulnerability On June 21, 2023, Apple released a security update for all its operating systems to address dangerous vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to gain control over users’ devices. These vulnerabilities were first revealed on June 1 and allegedly led the Russian intelligence agency, known as the…
Gen Digital Confirms Personal Information Compromised in MOVEit Ransomware Attack Introduction Gen Digital, the parent company of cybersecurity subsidiaries such as Avast and Norton, recently announced that it suffered a ransomware attack that compromised the personal information of its employees. The company confirmed that the attack was in response to inquiries and disclosed that names,…
Nation-State Apple Patches iOS Flaws Used in Kaspersky ‘Operation Triangulation’ Introduction Apple has recently released a significant security update for iOS to address remote code execution vulnerabilities that have already been exploited in the wild. These vulnerabilities were initially reported by Kaspersky, a Russian anti-malware vendor. The patches, labeled iOS 16.5.1, iPadOS 16.5.1, iOS 15.7.7,…
Ransomware Myths: Debunking Illusions and Strengthening Cyber Defenses The Danger of Ransomware Ransomware has become a persistently pervasive threat in today’s digital landscape, preying on individuals and organizations alike. The ability of cybercriminals to encrypt valuable data and demand hefty sums in exchange for its release has turned this criminal enterprise into a multi-billion dollar…
Job Scamming: A Pandemic Within a Pandemic Job scams have become a widespread issue during the pandemic, with operations growing into multimillion-dollar businesses that operate globally. According to a survey, 32% of job seekers have reported applying and even interviewing for fake jobs, 15% had their personal information stolen, and 9% admitted to losing money…
Beware bad passwords as attackers co-opt Linux servers into cybercrime The Rise of Linux Server Attacks The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, and cybercriminals are always finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. Recent reports from researchers at Korean anti-malware business AhnLab highlight a concerning trend of cybercriminals co-opting Linux shell servers for their nefarious activities….
Ransomware Group 8base Comes to Light A ransomware group known as 8base has recently emerged from the shadows after operating discreetly for over a year. The group has gained attention due to a series of business data leaks on the Dark Web. 8base has been conducting double-extortion attacks against small and midsized businesses (SMBs) since…
Critical Security Vulnerabilities in Edge Devices Threaten SMBs Introduction Small and midsized businesses (SMBs) are facing a critical security challenge as major edge device vendors announce several security vulnerabilities that need to be patched. Asus, Zyxel, and Western Digital have recently released information about vulnerabilities in their router models and network-attached storage (NAS) devices, which…