Tag: ransomware
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MGM Resorts’ Virtual Vulnerability: The Cyberattack that Shattered Security
Chaos at the Casino In a dramatic turn of events, MGM Resorts International, a titan in the casino and hospitality space, found itself under cyber siege. A message broadcast on X (formerly Twitter) indicates that the digital assault brought chaos to key operational areas, including the main website, online booking, and essential in-casino services like…
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Cyberattack Hits “Mom’s Meals”: 1.2M Victims
Even ransomware couldn’t resist a taste of Mom’s Meals PurFoods, operating under the business name ‘Mom’s Meals,’ has recently disclosed a significant data breach that has affected the personal information of around 1.2 million customers and employees. The breach was a result of a ransomware attack, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity practices in today’s…
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The Week in Threat Actors – July 6 – The new and the arrested
Unmasking the New Cyber Threats and Celebrating Security Victories The cyber security landscape is a dynamic and ever-evolving field, with new threat actors emerging and existing ones being apprehended. The first week of July has been no exception, with a flurry of activity that has kept the cyber security community on high alert. Here’s a…
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The Emergence of Rhysida and DarkRace: Two New Ransomware Threats
At least ten victims are listed in roughly a week of existence Ransomware attacks have been on the rise in recent years, and two new groups have emerged in May 2023: Rhysida and DarkRace. These sophisticated ransomware groups have already targeted several organizations across Europe, encrypting victims’ data and demanding ransom payments. Rhysida Ransomware Targets…
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An Introduction to the Ransomware Business Model
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, ransomware attacks have carved a niche as an extremely lucrative venture for cybercriminals. But why exactly have they become a magnet for hackers worldwide? This blog post delves into the mechanics of ransomware operations and how they fuel the engines of cybercrime economies. Ransomware is a type of malicious software…
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BianLian Ransomware Hits Basel-Stadt Education
Over a Terabyte of Sensitive Data Exposed On Darknet On May 9, 2023, the Department of Education of the Canton of Basel-Stadt fell victim to a massive cyberattack orchestrated by the notorious BianLian ransomware group. The cybercriminals successfully infiltrated the department’s systems and exfiltrated the shocking 1.2 terabytes of sensitive data. According to cyber criminals’ the data…
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CH Media Falls Victim to Play Ransomware
A Deep Dive into the Cybersecurity Incident Swiss media giant CH Media has become a victim of the notorious Play ransomware, a cyberattack that has left the company reeling and facing the release of sensitive information. This article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the incident, including the background of Play ransomware, the details of the attack…
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130 companies fell victim of Clop recent attack
GoAnywhere MFT hit by ransomware group following discovery of critical vulnerability. According to reports, the Clop ransomware operators have asserted that they are behind the recent attacks exploiting a 0-day vulnerability in GoAnywhere MFT, a secure file transfer tool. They claim to have exfiltrated data from 130 organizations as a result of the vulnerability. GoAnywhere…
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Okta breach, everything you need to know
Company Reports Unauthorized Access to GitHub Repositories On Wednesday, Okta, a company that offers identity and access management services, announced that some of its source code repositories had been accessed without authorisation earlier in the month. Okta shared in a public statement that “there is no impact to any customers, including any HIPAA, FedRAMP or…
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Ransomware Continues Attacks on Healthcare
French and Australian recent ransomware victims Recent months show an increased number of cyber attacks targeting hospitals and various healthcare establishments and facilities. This behaviour is unprecedented and is very dangerous for both healthcare providers and the patients. The Kaduu Team spends a lot of time in the darknet and underground hacking forums: even hackers…