Ransomware is a serious problem in its current state, and it’s about to get worse. All your security programs and measures will be rendered useless when ransomware comes for your CPU. Ransomware Can Lock Your CPU Ransomware generally locks system files and other documents inside your OS and renders your PC practically unusable. CPU ransomware,...Read More
CEO of cybersecurity firm charged with installing malware on hospital systems Pierluigi Paganini April 26, 2025 Veritaco CEO Jeffrey Bowie faces charges for allegedly installing malware on hospital computers, violating Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act. Jeffrey Bowie, CEO of the cybersecurity firm Veritaco, is facing two counts of violating Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act for allegedly infecting...Read More
Moldovan authorities have arrested a 45-year-old man suspected of involvement in a series of ransomware attacks targeting Dutch companies in 2021. The suspect, who is internationally wanted for cybercrime-related offenses including blackmail and money laundering, was detained last week following a search of his residence in Moldova. Officials did not release his name but said...Read More
A sobering new report reveals that 2024 witnessed an unprecedented surge in stolen digital credentials, with 2.9 billion unique passwords and 14.5 million credit card numbers available on underground markets. The sharp rise, fueled by infostealer malware and a growing underground economy, signals a deepening crisis in global cybersecurity. An Expanding Underground Market The dark...Read More
New cybersecurity law updates may be on the way The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 expires this September. Michele Sandiford May 12, 2025 3:57 pm < a min read The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence is considering updates to a key cybersecurity law. The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 expires this...Read More
Moldovan authorities have detained a 45-year-old suspect linked to DoppelPaymer ransomware attacks targeting Dutch organizations in 2021. Police officers searched the suspect’s home and car on May 6, seizing an electronic wallet, €84,800, two laptops, a mobile phone, a tablet, six bank cards, and multiple data storage devices. The suspect remains in custody, while Moldovan...Read More
A new financially motivated threat, Nitrogen Ransomware, has rapidly emerged targeting the financial sector and beyond. While traces of this financially motivated ransomware date back to July 2023, security experts primarily track its organized campaigns from September 2024. Nitrogen primarily targets organizations in construction, financial services, manufacturing, and technology sectors across the United States, Canada,...Read More
Concluding PartIn recent years, the definition of national security has expanded to include non-traditional threats such as climate change, pandemics, and cybersecurity, reflecting the growing interconnectedness of global risks. While some experts argue for a broader approach, others advocate for a more narrow focus to avoid diluting national security strategies and resources. This ongoing debate...Read More
