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Cybercrime Operations of Healthcare Solutions Giant Henry Schein Disrupted by Cyberattack Healthcare solutions giant Henry Schein recently disclosed a cybersecurity incident that disrupted some of its business operations and may have resulted in a data breach. The company revealed on October 15 that its manufacturing and distribution businesses had been hit by a cyberattack a…
Ransomware Attacks on the Rise Author: Nate Nelson Date: August 26, 2022 Ransomware attacks have seen a resurgence in recent months, with Lockbit emerging as the most prolific ransomware group this summer, followed by two offshoots of the Conti group. According to data released by NCC Group, old ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) groups are leading this increase…
Spyware Can Infect Your Phone or Computer via the Ads You See Online—Report The Growing Threat of Spyware In today’s digital age, our online activities generate a wealth of personal data that advertisers and other entities can exploit. Ad networks play a pivotal role in this process, using sophisticated algorithms to match ads with users…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital age, the prevalence of cyber threats necessitates a robust and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity for businesses and individuals alike. IT professionals play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring compliance with various frameworks that have been established to mitigate cyber risks. This report…
The Rising Trend of Dual Ransomware Attacks The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has recently issued a warning about a concerning new trend in cyberattacks – dual ransomware attacks. In these attacks, threat actors target the same victim with separate ransomware attacks within a short time span, usually within 48 hours of each other. The…
Cyber Insurance: MGM Resorts Reveals $110 Million Cost of Ransomware Hack Hospitality and entertainment giant MGM Resorts has disclosed that a ransomware attack last month has cost the company over $110 million. This figure includes $10 million in one-time consulting clean-up fees. The attack caused significant operational disruptions, particularly in MGM’s Las Vegas properties, and…
The Persistent Threat of Qakbot Malware: Operation Duck Hunt’s Limited Success Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of cybercrime, law enforcement agencies face an uphill battle in their attempts to disrupt and eliminate threat actors. One such case is the recent “Operation Duck Hunt” raid targeting the Qakbot (aka Qbot) malware. Despite the authorities’ efforts, this…
Ransomware Attack Using Fake Thunderbird Downloads Mozilla Issues Warning and Advises Caution In a recent discovery, cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs reported that the Snatch ransomware group has been utilizing a technique where they disguise their malware as popular applications, including Adobe Reader, Discord, Microsoft Teams, and Mozilla Thunderbird. This alarming revelation has prompted Mozilla to…
Ransomware Attack on Motel One Group Exposes Customer Data In a recent ransomware attack, budget hotel chain Motel One Group disclosed that some customer information and credit card data were stolen. While the impact was minimal, with the hotel group’s business operations remaining intact, the attack highlights the ongoing threat of cybercrime and the importance…
Rising Trend of Dual Ransomware Attacks Raises Alarms for Internet Security FBI Warns of Dual Ransomware Attacks The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has recently issued a warning regarding a concerning rise in dual ransomware attacks. These attacks involve threat actors conducting separate ransomware attacks on the same victim within a short time span –…