Author: Cyber Analyst
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Chain IQ: Das neueste Opfer im Fokus von Hunters International – Fast 2 Millionen Dateien geleakt
Von Ransomware zu Extortion-as-a-Service Die Gruppierung Hunters International trat erstmals im Oktober 2023 in Erscheinung, vermutlich als Rebranding der zuvor von Strafverfolgungsbehörden zerschlagenen Ransomware-Gruppe Hive. Anfangs operierte Hunters International im klassischen Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS)-Modell mit Fokus auf Datenverschlüsselung und -exfiltration. Im Zuge weltweiter Repressionen, gesetzlicher Sanktionen und Verboten von Lösegeldzahlungen wandelte sich die Strategie: Anfang 2025…
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From Ransomware to Extortion-as-a-Service
Hunters International emerged in October 2023, likely as a rebrand of the Hive ransomware group, following the latter’s dismantling by law enforcement. Initially operating as a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) with support for data encryption and exfiltration, Hunters International soon evolved its strategy in response to global crackdowns, sanctions, and anti-ransom legislation. By early 2025, the group…
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What is Artificial Intelligence?
In today’s digital age, few terms are as widely discussed or as misunderstood as Artificial Intelligence. From self-driving cars 🚗 to voice assistants like Siri and Alexa 🎧, artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we live and work. But what is artificial intelligence, really? And how does it differ from other advanced technologies?…
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What is Account Takeover?
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Account Takeover (ATO) has become a growing threat to individuals and businesses alike. Account Takeover occurs when a malicious actor gains unauthorized access to someone’s digital account, often for financial gain or to further infiltrate other systems. With the surge in phishing attacks, data breaches, and credential stuffing, the…
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Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure: The Hidden Fallout of the Iran-Israel Conflict
In the modern era of digital warfare, one of the most alarming ripple effects of geopolitical tensions is their impact on critical infrastructure cybersecurity. As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, cybersecurity experts and national security officials in the United States are sounding the alarm 🚨. The concern is no longer confined to the Middle…
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What is Access Control?
Access control is one of the most crucial pillars of modern cybersecurity. It refers to the selective restriction of access to data, systems, and resources, ensuring only authorized users can perform specific actions. Whether you’re securing an enterprise network or managing cloud-based infrastructure, access control is foundational to risk mitigation and regulatory compliance ✨. In…
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Qué es una superficie de ataque: Guía esencial 2025
En el mundo digital actual, donde las amenazas cibernéticas evolucionan sin descanso, conocer qué es una superficie de ataque (attack surface) se ha vuelto imprescindible para empresas y organizaciones. Este concepto clave representa todos los puntos posibles por donde un atacante podría ingresar a un sistema o red. Comprender y reducir la superficie de ataque…
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Botnet : fonctionnement, risques et défense contre ces armées numériques invisibles
Les botnets sont devenus l’un des outils les plus redoutés du paysage numérique actuel. Utilisés pour mener des attaques DDoS, envoyer des spams ou voler des données, ces “armées numériques invisibles” représentent une menace réelle pour la sécurité réseau de toute organisation ou particulier. 😨Mais comment fonctionnent-ils réellement ? Quels sont leurs impacts ? Et…
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Telegram’s Dirty Secret: The Recycled World of Stolen Data Channels
Telegram log clouds are a growing, robust criminal ecosystem enabling real-time sharing and monetization of stolen credentials. They combine ease-of-access, automation, and scale—serving both low-value consumer-fraud operations and high-stakes corporate breaches. Telegram channels stream stolen credentials (“stealer logs”) captured by infostealer malware (like RedLine, Raccoon, Vidar). They publish public samples to lure visitors, then sell…
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Ciberseguros: protección esencial ante amenazas digitales
En un mundo donde los ciberataques son cada vez más sofisticados y frecuentes, contar con un ciberseguro se ha convertido en una herramienta indispensable para empresas y profesionales que desean proteger sus activos digitales. A través de este artículo, exploraremos qué son los ciberseguros, por qué son necesarios, cómo elegir uno adecuado y qué cubren…