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Australia Faces Surge in Cyber Attacks in 2024 Australia has once again made headlines for its growing cybersecurity concerns, with 2024 seeing an alarming escalation in cyber attacks. In fact, the country reached a new record in which every online user was targeted by cyber attacks on a per-second basis, marking a staggering 12-fold increase […]
Hackers eye Chinese LLMs to develop malware and other frauds
In recent years, we’ve observed a disturbing trend where hacking groups and threat actors from China have consistently targeted Western adversaries with cyberattacks. These attacks, whether politically or economically motivated, have often been linked to government or military intelligence support. The situation, however, has now taken a somewhat unexpected turn, but remains largely advantageous for […]
WhatsApp users targeted by Paragon Spyware
After the Israeli company NSO Group developed the Pegasus spyware, users of WhatsApp have now become the targets of another spyware, this time created by the Israeli firm Paragon. In the previous instance, multiple entities acquired Pegasus, originally designed for government surveillance, to spy on WhatsApp users. However, in this new case, Paragon, the software […]
Generative AI fuels more Cyber Crime
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize various sectors, but when leveraged by malicious actors, it can lead to catastrophic outcomes. A striking example of this misuse is the rise of generative AI tools, which, instead of being used for their intended creative and problem-solving purposes, are increasingly being harnessed for cybercriminal activities. A […]
Lazarus launches malware on Nuclear power org and Kaspersky Telegram Phishing scams
1.) Lazarus Group Targets Nuclear Power Organizations with Sophisticated Malware Campaign The Lazarus Group, a well-known hacking collective widely believed to be funded by the North Korean government, has recently escalated its cyberattacks by targeting employees within nuclear power organizations and critical infrastructure sectors. These attacks, carried out with highly advanced malware, not only compromise […]
Germany Investigates BadBox Malware Infections, Targeting Over 192,000 Devices
Germany has launched an investigation into reports of a significant cyber threat believed to be linked to the BadBox Malware, which has allegedly infected over 192,000 devices across the country. These devices include a wide array of electronics, such as media players, digital picture frames, streaming devices, smart TVs, smartphones, and tablets. The malware is […]
Cybersecurity News Headlines Trending on Google
Surge in Passkey Security Adoption in 2024 Tech giants such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Facebook are leading the charge in moving away from traditional passwords, embracing passkey security technology. As of 2024, passkey adoption has seen a significant increase. According to a recent survey by the FIDO Alliance, more than 15 billion online accounts […]
Stoli bankruptcy with ransomware, malware distribution via resume and Kash Patel Trump Cyber Attack
Cyber Attack Targets Kash Patel Amid FBI Nomination Speculations Kash Patel, a prominent figure linked to Donald Trump and rumored to be the next head of the FBI, has reportedly become the victim of a cyber attack, potentially originating from Iran. While sources close to the matter have leaked this information, details surrounding the incident […]
Illegal Movie Piracy Streaming service taken down and malware spread investigation impending
A major illegal piracy streaming service was dismantled in a joint operation led by Italy’s Postal and Cybersecurity Police Service, in collaboration with Europol, Eurojust, and a specialized cyber team connected to the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The investigation, which is still ongoing, also revealed that the service was being exploited to distribute […]
Hacking Groups Collaborate for Double Ransom Scheme
Kaspersky, the cybersecurity firm originally based in Russia, has uncovered a troubling trend where cybercriminal groups are teaming up to maximize profits by deploying two types of malicious attacks in succession. This collaborative strategy involves spreading information-stealing malware first, followed by a ransomware attack—ensuring cybercriminals receive double the ransom. The latest discovery came from an […]
