The Department of Justice has announced a significant victory against cybercriminals, seizing over $2.8 million in cryptocurrency and additional assets from a Zeppelin ransomware operation. The coordinated law enforcement action targeted Ianis Aleksandrovich Antropenko, who faces federal charges for his role in deploying ransomware attacks against victims worldwide, including numerous American organizations and businesses. Major...Read More
The cyberattack is believed to have exploited a recently discovered flaw in Microsoft software. CBC News revealed on August 14, 2025, that the House of Commons of Canada had been the victim of a data theft, following the exploitation of “a recently discovered vulnerability in a Microsoft product.” Journalists were able to review an...Read More
School is officially underway for many districts in the Rio Grande Valley. As students return to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety says safety on the roads is a top priority. Officials say too many drivers forget the rules once summer ends, and DPS said they are stepping up not only to prevent...Read More
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (Ciro) says it shut down some of its systems last week after identifying a “cybersecurity threat”. Editorial This content has been selected, created and edited by the Finextra editorial team based upon its relevance and interest to our community. The securities watchdog says it proactively shut down some systems after...Read More
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized over $2.8 million in cryptocurrency, along with $70,000 in cash and a luxury vehicle, from Ianis Aleksandrovich Antropenko, an individual linked to the Zeppelin ransomware operation. The assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), and USD Coin (USDC), were obtained through a coordinated enforcement action in Texas. Antropenko...Read More
Florida can continue branding convicted sexual predators on their driver’s licenses. In a divided ruling, the 5th District Court of Appeal has upheld the constitutionality of requiring state-issued driver’s licenses and ID cards to have “SEXUAL PREDATOR” stamped on them if the holder has been convicted of such a crime. The ruling reverses an earlier...Read More
Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (NCERT) has issued a high-alert advisory to 39 key ministries and institutions, warning of severe risks from the “Blue Locker” ransomware, which has compromised critical infrastructure including Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) in the oil and gas sector. The attacks, coinciding with Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14, 2025, have...Read More
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – A new report from the AARP shows Americans’ online habits are putting them at a greater risk of fraud. In this Watching Your Wallet, we break down the common digital mistakes people make that leave them vulnerable. You can watch the full Watching Your Wallet above. Latest Local News | First...Read More
(TNS) — While Mower County has largely got its systems back online following the June 18 ransomware attack, it is now letting people know about potential impact to personal information. According to a release sent Friday afternoon by County Administrator Matthew Verdick, the County is providing notice on its website to individuals whose information may...Read More
