Through ISMG’s Lens: Cybercrime | Edition 40
In an era defined by digital innovation and connectivity, cybercriminals employ sophisticated techniques to exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, and individuals' online activities. As technology continues to advance at a staggering pace, so too do the capabilities of cybercriminals.
From data breaches, financial fraud, ransomware attacks, and the distribution of malicious software, the financial and societal impact of cybercrime is substantial, prompting governments, businesses, and individuals to continually enhance their cybersecurity measures to mitigate the risks associated with pervasive threats.
Dive into this edition and learn more:
Bermuda Struggles to Recover From Cyberattack
Bermuda government workers Monday remained cut off from email and normal telephone systems following a hacking incident disclosed late last week. Bermuda Premier David Burt on Thursday attributed the hack to "Russia-based actors," without elaborating.
Sony Investigating Potential Data Breach
Sony is investigating an apparent leak of internal data posted onto the dark web and a criminal hacking board by separate criminal actors. Sony is saying little other than "we are currently investigating the situation, and we have no further comment at this time."
Xenomorph Android Malware Campaign Targets US Banks
Android banking Trojan Xenomorph has resurfaced in a new campaign targeting cryptocurrency wallets and various financial institutions. The malware has been actively targeting users in Europe and is now focused on institutions in the United States, Canada, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Belgium.
Nation-State Actors Unleash Stealthy, LuaJIT-Based Malware
SentinelOne observed suspected cyber espionage actors of unknown origin using modular backdoors and highly stealthy tactics in August to target telecommunication companies in the Middle East, Western Europe and South Asia. The group, tracked as Sandman, is using the novel backdoor LuaJIT.
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Data Breach Toll Tied to Clop Groups MOVEit Attacks Surges
The count of organizations affected by the Clop ransomware group's most recent mass targeting of Progress Software's secure file transfer software doubled last week. National Student Clearinghouse warned that data tied to nearly 900 colleges and universities had been stolen from its MOVEit server.
Cyber Fail Episode 1 is Live!
Welcome to "Cyber Fail" - ISMG's roundup of all that's broken in the world of cybersecurity, where our panel of experts uncovers the fails so we can strengthen our defenses.
In the first episode, our host Anna Delaney and guest experts take on bumbling cybercrooks, avoidable breaches and the ethics of paying a ransom.
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