Quishing: A New Cyber Security Challenge
Cyber security firm Sophos has identified a novel attack vector dubbed ‘quishing’ or QR code phishing. This method involves the use of fraudulent QR codes hidden within PDF attachments sent via email. These PDFs … Read the rest “Sophos Alerts Businesses to Rising ‘Quishing’ Cyber Threat”
Taiwan’s manufacturing, healthcare, and IT sectors are currently under siege by a sophisticated cyberattack involving the SmokeLoader malware, a notorious downloader known for its evasion tactics and versatility in executing various types of attacks.
What is SmokeLoader?
SmokeLoader, first identified … Read the rest “SmokeLoader Malware Campaign Targets Taiwanese Manufacturing and IT Sectors”
North Korean cyber operatives, identified as Sapphire Sleet, have reportedly siphoned off over $10 million in cryptocurrency through sophisticated social engineering schemes over six months, according to Microsoft. These hackers, linked to notorious groups like APT38 and BlueNoroff, have been … Read the rest “North Korean Hackers Use AI in LinkedIn Scams, Netting $10M”
The Internet Archive, a cornerstone of digital preservation and the home of the popular “Wayback Machine,” has recently fallen victim to a significant data breach. This breach has exposed sensitive information from over 31 million users, raising serious concerns … Read the rest “Internet Archive Data Breach: A Wake-Up Call for Digital Security”
A major data breach at Slim CD, a prominent payment service provider, has resulted in the exposure of sensitive credit card information belonging to approximately 1.7 million customers. The company, which processes millions of transactions for businesses worldwide, confirmed the … Read the rest “Hackers Breach Payment Service Provider Slim CD; Credit Card Data of 1.7 Million People Exposed”
A global cyberattack has struck several U.S. federal government agencies, allegedly orchestrated by Russian cybercriminals. The attack, which exploited a security vulnerability in widely-used software, has raised significant concerns among U.S. cybersecurity officials.
According to the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure … Read the rest “U.S. Federal Agencies Targeted in Widespread Cyberattack Exploiting Software Vulnerability”
In a significant move to bolster its offerings, WP Engine, a global leader in managed WordPress hosting, has acquired NitroPack, a renowned SaaS solution specializing in website performance optimization. This acquisition, announced on July 18, 2024, marks a pivotal step … Read the rest “WP Engine Acquires NitroPack: Enhancing WordPress Site Performance”
On July 19, 2024, CrowdStrike faced a significant global outage due to a recent update that caused widespread issues, including the infamous Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This outage impacted various sectors, including banks, airlines, media firms, and government … Read the rest “CrowdStrike News: Global Outage and Response”
In a move that could significantly bolster its cybersecurity capabilities, Google is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire the cloud security startup Wiz for approximately $23 billion. If finalized, this would mark Google’s largest acquisition to date, underscoring the tech … Read the rest “Google Nears $23 Billion Acquisition of Cybersecurity Startup Wiz”
This Fourth of July brought fireworks in the form of a digital security breach, one that has been recorded as the most significant password leak in history. Dubbed RockYou2024, this colossal data dump was unveiled by a user named “ObamaCare” … Read the rest “RockYou2024: Unpacking the Largest Password Leak in History”