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Cyberattack Causes Clorox Product Shortages: A Wake-Up Call for Internet Security The Clorox Cyberattack: A Disruptive Blow to Production Clorox, a renowned household cleaning and consumer products company, is facing critical supply chain disruptions as a result of a recent cyberattack. The attack was first identified on August 14th, when unauthorized activity was detected on…
Cybercrime: Chinese Hackers Target North American, APAC Firms in Web Skimmer Campaign Chinese hackers have been launching a widespread and sophisticated campaign targeting online payment businesses with web skimmers. The campaign, dubbed “Silent Skimmer,” was initially focused on organizations in the APAC region but has expanded to businesses in Canada and the United States. The…
Cybercrime Google Feature Blamed for Retool Breach That Led to Cryptocurrency Firm Hacks A recently introduced Google account sync feature has been blamed for a cyberattack that targeted over two dozen cryptocurrency firms through Retool, a software development company based in San Francisco, California. Retool provides a development platform that allows businesses to build custom…
The Growing Threat of Phishing Attacks on Microsoft Teams Introduction In a recent campaign, a financially-motivated threat actor known as TA543, Storm-0324, or Sagrid targeted organizations using phishing attacks via Microsoft Teams. This highlights the increasing interest of both researchers and hackers in business communication apps, even as workforces return to the office. This report…
Cybercrime: North Korean Hackers Steal $53 Million in Cryptocurrency From CoinEx Introduction In a major cybercrime incident, North Korean hackers are suspected to have stolen approximately $53 million worth of cryptocurrency from the crypto exchange CoinEx. The attack was initiated after the private key of the hot wallet, where the exchange stored user assets, was…
Cybercrime Court Convicts Portuguese Hacker in Football Leaks Trial and Gives Him a 4-Year Suspended Sentence Introduction In a landmark case, a Portuguese hacker known for his involvement in the “Football Leaks” scandal has been convicted of nine crimes and given a suspended prison sentence of four years. Rui Pinto, 34, was found guilty of…
The State of Mac Security: Unraveling Cybersecurity Myths and Examining Online Behavior Introduction The rapid advancements in technology have transformed our lives in unimaginable ways, but they have also brought along a host of cybersecurity threats that constantly evolve. In this era of digital warfare, where cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, it is crucial to…
Cybercrime Researchers Identify High-Grade Phishing Kits Attacking Microsoft 365 Accounts The Exploitation of Microsoft 365 Accounts In a recent report, researchers from Group-IB have uncovered the activities of a cybercrime group called W3LL. This previously undocumented group has been operating since 2017 and has created a private ecosystem of phishing tools for compromising corporate email…
The Mac Security Survey 2023: Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior Inconsistencies Evaluating the Threat Landscape The rise of cybercrime poses a constant challenge to the security and privacy of individuals and organizations alike. As technology advances, so do the methods and techniques employed by malicious actors. With the prevalence of Macs in today’s digital landscape,…
A Disturbing Trend: Online Scams and Human Trafficking in Southeast Asia Billions of Dollars at Stake A recently released report by the United Nations has shed light on the alarming issue of online scam operations in Southeast Asia. According to the report, these illegal activities generate billions of dollars in profits by exploiting hundreds of…