North Korea Doubles Down on Cybercrime Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The total value of cryptocurrency theft rose by 21% in 2024 compared to the previous year, though it remains significantly lower than the staggering $3.7 billion stolen in 2022.
FBI Alerts on Malware Campaign Targeting Vulnerable Webcams and DVRs
The FBI has issued a Private Industry Notification (PIN) regarding new malware campaigns targeting Chinese-branded webcams and DVRs, using a remote access trojan (RAT) called HiatusRAT.
CISA Requires Federal Agencies to Secure their Microsoft Cloud Environments
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a binding operational directive (BOD 25-01) requiring federal civilian agencies to secure their Microsoft cloud environments.
Massive Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Patient Records from Canadian Optometry Platform
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered an unprotected database belonging to Care1, a Canadian provider of AI-driven software solutions for optometrists.
AIB Highlights Top Fraud Threats and Offers Guidance for Staying Safe
Allied Irish Bank (AIB) is advising customers to stay alert against rising fraud risks, especially during the holiday season when many relax their vigilance. The bank has identified the top five fraudulent tactics prevalent in 2024, urging consumers to take proactive steps to protect themselves.
Experian Predicts AI-Driven Cyber Threats to Dominate 2025
Experian's 12th annual Data Breach Industry Forecast warns that data breaches will continue unabated in 2025, with AI emerging as a dominant force in both cyberattacks and defenses.
Global Cybercrime Bust: $400 Million Siezed
A massive international law enforcement operation, involving agencies from 40 countries, has led to the arrest of over 5,500 individuals connected to financial crimes and the seizure of more than $400 million in virtual assets and government-backed currencies.
FBI-Wanted Ransomware Hacker Mikhail Matveev Arrested in Russia
Russian authorities have reportedly detained Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, known by aliases such as Wazawaka, Uhodiransomwar, and Boriselcin. Matveev, wanted by the FBI since 2023, is linked to major ransomware groups including Hive, LockBit, and Babuk, which have been responsible for devastating cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, government agencies, and businesses worldwide.
