North Korean IT Workers Expand Global Fraud and Extortion Schemes
North Korean IT workers are intensifying their fraudulent employment schemes, extending their reach beyond the United States to target organizations worldwide, with a particular focus on Europe. According to Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), these workers are not only seeking jobs under false pretenses but are also escalating their tactics by extorting money from companies that discover and terminate them.
UK Consumers Lose £2,437 on Average to WhatsApp Scams, Revolut Warns
A new report from Revolut reveals that UK consumers are the most vulnerable to WhatsApp scams in Europe, with losses averaging £2,437 per victim.
EU Invests €1.3 Billion in Digital Innovation and Cybersecurity
The European Commission has approved the 2025-2027 Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) work program, committing €1.3 billion to strengthen key technologies crucial for the EU’s digital sovereignty.
AIB Warns of 79% Surge in Vishing Scams in Early 2025
In the first two months of 2025, AIB reported a significant rise in phone call fraud, with voice phishing—commonly known as vishing—surging by 79% compared to the same period in 2024.
Sophisticated macOS Phishing Campaign Exploits Security Gaps
A recent report by LayerX Labs has uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign that initially targeted Windows users but has now shifted its focus to macOS users.
Cisco Smart Licensing Utility Flaws Under Active Exploitation
Two critical security vulnerabilities in Cisco Smart Licensing Utility are being actively targeted by threat actors, according to the SANS Internet Storm Center.
Singapore Warns of Rising Deepfake Scam Video Calls Targeting Businesses
Singapore authorities are alerting businesses to a surge in deepfake scam video calls, where criminals use AI-generated manipulations to impersonate high-ranking executives and deceive employees into transferring company funds.
North Korean Hackers Cash Out $300 Million from Record-Breaking ByBit Heist
North Korean hackers have successfully laundered $300 million from the massive $1.5 billion crypto heist targeting ByBit Exchange.
