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Twin Cyberattacks on MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment Highlight Contrasting Incident Response Strategies The Background Twin cyberattacks on MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment have shed light on the divergent approaches organizations take when faced with similar threats. Both companies fell victim to a Scattered Spider/ALPHV cyberattack, but Caesars chose to negotiate with the attackers and…
The Rise of Bot Attacks in the Middle East and Africa The Threat Landscape According to a recent survey conducted by cybersecurity firm Netacea, the number of reported bot attacks originating from the Middle East and Africa has seen a significant increase over the past year. These attacks accounted for 34% of all reported bot…
Cybercrime MGM Resorts Computers Back Up After 10 Days as Analysts Eye Effects of Casino Cyberattacks Introduction MGM Resorts, one of the largest casino and hotel operators in the world, recently brought its computer systems back online after a 10-day shutdown caused by a cyberattack. The attack, which was attributed to a group known as…
China-Linked Cyber Espionage Actor “Earth Lusca” Expands Operations with Linux Backdoor The Discovery of SprySOCKS Researchers at Trend Micro have identified a new cyber espionage campaign carried out by the China-linked threat actor “Earth Lusca.” The group, which has been active since at least 2021, has been targeting government organizations in Asia, Latin America, and…
Mac Security Survey 2023: Revealing Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior Inconsistencies of Mac Users Introduction In an increasingly connected and digitized world, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for individuals, businesses, and governments. Mac users, long seen as less vulnerable to cyber threats than their Windows counterparts, are not immune to the ever-evolving landscape of…
Malware & Threats: Pakistani APT Uses YouTube-Mimicking RAT to Spy on Android Devices Pakistani state-sponsored threat actor Transparent Tribe, also known as APT36 and Mythic Leopard, has recently been observed using new versions of the CapraRAT Android trojan that mimic the appearance of YouTube, according to a report by cybersecurity firm SentinelOne. Transparent Tribe has…
Cybercrime Shatters Image of Impenetrable Casino Security The MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment Cyberattacks Two of the largest casino owners in Las Vegas, MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment, recently fell victim to cyberattacks, revealing the vulnerabilities of even the most sophisticated security systems. The incidents, which led to compromised customer data and disrupted operations, have…
Cybercrime Shakes the Casino Industry: Implications for Security and Public Perception The Breaches at MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment In a stunning turn of events, two of the biggest names in the Las Vegas casino industry, MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, have recently fallen victim to cyberattacks. These security breaches have shattered the illusion…
Two Vegas Casinos Fall Victim to Cyberattacks, Rattling Casino Security Cybersecurity Breaches in Las Vegas In a shocking turn of events, two prominent Las Vegas casinos, MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, have fallen victim to cyberattacks in recent days. These incidents have shattered the image of impenetrable casino security, leaving customers concerned and the…
A Global Cyber-Espionage Campaign Conducted by Iranian Actor Peach Sandstorm Campaign Overview A recent blog post from Microsoft Threat Intelligence has flagged a global cyber-espionage campaign conducted by the Iranian nation-state actor, known as Peach Sandstorm or Holmium. This campaign, active since February, has targeted various sectors including satellite, defense, and pharmaceutical industries. The objective…