Latest Cybersecurity News and Articles

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Syrian Hackers Distributing Stealthy C#-Based Silver RAT to Cybercriminals

Threat actors operating under the name Anonymous Arabic have released a remote access trojan (RAT) called Silver RAT that’s equipped to bypass security software and stealthily launch hidden applications. “The developers operate on multiple hacker forums and social media platforms, showcasing an active and sophisticated presence,” cybersecurity firm Cyfirma said in a report

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Beirut International Airport Hit by Cyberattack Affecting Flight Information Display System

The Beirut International Airport in Lebanon was targeted by a cyberattack, with hackers breaching the Flight Information Display System (FIDS) and disrupting the baggage inspection system.

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North Korean Hackers Stole $600 Million in Cryptocurrency in 2023

Despite law enforcement pressure, North Korean hackers continue to evolve and explore alternative money laundering methods, demanding continuous vigilance and innovation from businesses and governments.

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KyberSlash Attacks Put Quantum-Safe Encryption Projects at Risk

While patches have been released for some implementations, several projects using Kyber, including Signal, remain unpatched, and the impact of KyberSlash on users' communications is still unclear.

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Update: Traces of LockBit Foul Play Emerge in Capital Health Cyberattack

Capital Health is now fully operational and working with a forensic investigation firm to assess the risk to patient and employee data. While the firm has not disclosed the hacker group involved, it has been alleged that LockBit ransomware was used.

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Cyber Espionage Campaign by Sea Turtle APT Targets Dutch IT and Telecom Companies

The group leverages DNS hijacking and exploits known vulnerabilities to establish a foothold in target networks and gather intelligence to meet strategic Turkish interests.

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Unifying Security Tech Beyond the Stack: Integrating SecOps with Managed Risk and Strategy

Cybersecurity is an infinite journey in a digital landscape that never ceases to change. According to Ponemon Institute1, “only 59% of organizations say their cybersecurity strategy has changed over the past two years.” This stagnation in strategy adaptation can be traced back to several key issues. Talent Retention Challenges: The cybersecurity field is rapidly advancing, requiring a

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AuthLogParser: Open-Source Tool for Analyzing Linux Authentication Logs

The open-source tool offers granular event analysis, customizable tables, and an adaptive design, making it a powerful resource for digital forensics and incident response on Linux platforms.

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Mortgage Firm loanDepot Cyberattack Impacts IT Systems, Payment Portal

The loanDepot cyberattack caused its IT systems to go offline and prevented customers from making online payments on their loans. The company confirmed the attack and is working with law enforcement and forensics experts to investigate.

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Ransomware Payment Ban: Wrong Idea at the Wrong Time

A complete ban on ransomware payments is not a viable solution to combat ransomware attacks, according to some experts. While eliminating extortion as a source of criminal income may reduce attacks, there are several reasons why a ban would not work.

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X Users Fed up With Constant Stream of Malicious Crypto Ads

Cybercriminals are exploiting Twitter ads to promote cryptocurrency scams. These scams include links to Telegram channels promoting pump and dumps, phishing pages, and sites hosting malicious scripts that steal assets from connected wallets.

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Merck Settles With Insurers Who Denied $700 Million NotPetya Claim

This settlement has implications for the insurance industry, as it clarifies the need to exclude coverage for state-backed cyberattacks linked to war and incidents that significantly disrupt a state's functioning.

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Canada: Memorial University Recovers From Cyberattack, Delays Semester Start

The Memorial University of Newfoundland experienced a cyberattack in late December, leading to the postponement of classes and disruptions to IT services at its Grenfell campus.

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Report: Cyberattacks Drain $1.84 Billion From Web3 in 2023

The average cost per incident was $2.45m in 2023. However, there was a wide disparity between the losses suffered, with the 10 most costly attacks alone accounting for $1.11bn.

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Webinar – Leverage Zero Trust Security to Minimize Your Attack Surface

Digital expansion inevitably increases the external attack surface, making you susceptible to cyberthreats. Threat actors increasingly exploit the vulnerabilities stemming from software and infrastructure exposed to the internet; this ironically includes security tools, particularly firewalls and VPNs, which give attackers direct network access to execute their attacks. In fact, Gartner&

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NIST Warns of Security and Privacy Risks from Rapid AI System Deployment

The increased deployment of AI systems poses significant security and privacy challenges, including adversarial manipulation of training data and the potential exfiltration of sensitive information.

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Iranian Crypto Exchange Bit24.cash Leaks User Passports and IDs

Iranian cryptocurrency exchange, Bit24.cash, has exposed sensitive data belonging to nearly 230,000 users. The exchange's misconfigured storage system granted access to KYC data, including passports, IDs, and credit cards.

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Slash your overdraft costs and get ‘free’ cash: how to get your bank and savings into shape

Switch to a better current account, revive your Isa and pick a savings best buy to make the most of your moneyAuthorised overdraft costs can vary dramatically. Many banks have overdraft calculators on their websites, so log on and compare what your bank charges versus what you would be charged if you took your custom elsewhere. But can you switch your current account if you are overdrawn? The answer is yes, says the Current Account Switch Service (Cass). However, you will need to agree any overdraft you require with your new bank. Alternatively, they may be able to provide facilities to help you pay off your existing overdraft. Continue reading...

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NIST Warns of Security and Privacy Risks from Rapid AI System Deployment

The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is calling attention to the privacy and security challenges that arise as a result of increased deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in recent years. “These security and privacy challenges include the potential for adversarial manipulation of training data, adversarial exploitation of model vulnerabilities to

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DOJ Wraps xDedic Dark Web Marketplace Case; 19 Charged Worldwide

xDedic Marketplace was known for selling login credentials and personal information of U.S. residents illegally. The marketplace listed over 700,000 compromised servers for sale, affecting thousands in the United States.