Technological advancements create new opportunities for criminals to exploit the internet’s speed, convenience, and anonymity. The resulting cyber threats know no borders, causing harm and posing real threats to victims worldwide. National authorities are taking measures to combat this growing threat, but often face challenges in keeping pace with the rapidly changing technical environment. Prosecutors...Read More

The abuse of the Cybersecurity Act has continued to attract condemnation in Nigeria. Recently, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) decried this state of affairs.   According to the groups, government uses the Act to intimidate and harass journalists, activists, critics and other Nigerians peacefully expressing their views...Read More

Cybercrime in Nepal has exploded over the past five years, with complaints rising more than sixfold. In the fiscal year 2019-20, the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau recorded just over 2,300 complaints. By 2024, that figure soared to 19,730. The spike reflects both the growing digital footprint of Nepalis and the expanding tactics of online criminals....Read More

Note on the update: The text has been revised to reflect the updated timeline for the UN General Assembly’s consideration of the convention, which is now expected at the end of this year. The update also emphasizes that states should reject the convention. Additionally, a new section outlines the risks associated with broad evidence-sharing, particularly...Read More

Join CSIS on October 4 for a virtual discussion on the impact of the United Nations Convention on Cybercrime and some of the myths surrounding it. The discussion will include Amb. (ret.) Deborah McCarthy, U.S. Lead Negotiator to the Cybercrime Treaty, Chris Painter, President of the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise Foundation, Amb. Claudio Miguel Peguero...Read More

In a recent cybersecurity incident, a significant data breach at a human resources firm has exposed the personal information of hundreds of thousands of Americans, increasing their vulnerability to identity theft and fraud. What Happened: Maryland-based firm Kelly Benefits revealed a major data breach impacting 413,032 individuals in a filing with the Office of the Maine Attorney General. The company’s internal...Read More

Masimo Corporation files new report with the SEC confirming attack It says it suffered a cyberattack that crippled operations No threat actors claimed responsibility yet Masimo Corporation has confirmed suffering a cyberattack which crippled its operation and forced it to shut down parts of its infrastructure to address the problem. In a new 8-K form...Read More

Cybercrime , Fraud Management & Cybercrime , Government US Senate Unlikely to Ratify Contentious Cybercrime Treaty Amid Mounting Concerns Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 8, 2025     The U.S. Senate is unlikely to ratify the United Nations cybercrime treaty anytime soon. (Image: Shutterstock) The incoming Trump administration is unlikely to push the U.S. Senate...Read More

School staff and pupils have been thanked for their patience, as an investigation into a suspected ransomware attack earlier this week continues West Lothian’s education executive councillor also paid tribute to council IT staff for their prompt response to the incident. A criminal investigation into a suspected ransomware attack on West Lothian schools is ongoing....Read More

Researchers have discovered a novel tactic used by Moroccan cybercrime group Atlas Lion to attack big-box retailers, apparel companies, restaurants and more.  The group was observed using stolen credentials to enroll its own virtual machines (VMs) into an organization’s cloud domain, according to researchers at cybersecurity firm Expel. The move essentially allows the group to...Read More