Weekly Intelligence Report – 02 May 2025 | #ransomware | #cybercrime

Published On : 2025-05-02 Ransomware of the Week CYFIRMA Research and Advisory Team would like to highlight ransomware trends and insights gathered while monitoring various forums. This includes multiple – industries, geography, and technology – which could be relevant to your organization. Type: RansomwareTarget Technologies: MS WindowsTarget Geography: Argentina, Egypt, Panama, Italy, Japan.Target Industry: Manufacturing, […]

LabHost, World’s Largest Cybercrime Platform, Dismantled in Major International Operation | #cybercrime | #infosec

A massive law enforcement operation coordinated by Europol and led by the London Metropolitan Police has taken down LabHost, a notorious phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform responsible for enabling tens of thousands of cybercriminals around the world. Between April 14 and April 17, 2024, authorities conducted raids at 70 locations globally, arresting 37 suspects, including four individuals […]

Roblox, Discord sued for allegedly facilitating child sexual exploitation – NBC Bay Area | #childpredator | #onlinepredator | #sextrafficing

Two Bay Area chat and gaming companies are being sued for allegedly facilitating child sexual exploitation and abuse. The suit claims San Mateo-based Roblox and San Francisco-based Discord allowed online predators to find victims. “Both Roblox and Discord, we allege, were negligent in the services they provided to our client, a 13-year-old boy,” said Anna […]

Implementing Robust CyberSecurity Measures for AI Innovation | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

Generative AI (GenAI) enhances industries by offering capabilities that range from creating human-like text to generating lifelike images and videos. However, as businesses increasingly adopt GenAI to drive innovation, the need for robust governance and cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. GenAI’s dual nature—both a tool for advancement and a potential source of risk—demands […]

The 5 Emerging Cyber Attack Techniques Poised to Disrupt Enterprises in 2025 | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

Revealed during SANS Institute’s much-anticipated annual RSA keynote, this year’s insights highlight emerging threats from ICS ransomware to AI regulatory risks. Heather Barnhart presenting the importance of logging. “We cannot let dark periods be the ultimate threat” Bethesda, MD, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Each year, the SANS Institute’s must-see keynote session at RSA […]

PayPal issues red alert for all users amid 600% rise in cybercrime, introduces 10 new rules | #cybercrime | #infosec

Security experts have issued a red alert warning to everyone who has a PayPal account. This year, there has been an increase in cybercriminals attempting to use the site to defraud individuals, and users are being cautioned to exercise vigilance. PayPal has issued ten additional guidelines that are important to know if you use or […]

NYC school principals demand more safety agents, weapons scanning machines | #schoolsaftey #kids #parents #children

Educators are demanding the city provide more guards and weapons scanners to make schools safer and combat “persistent” delays — which can lead to fights and poor attendance. More than 120 principals, deans, union leaders and other staffers from 84 schools across four boroughs signed onto a letter to officials including City Council members, schools […]

Apple’s AirPlay Supported Devices Face Major Hacking Risk: Why You Should Worry? | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #hacker

Last Updated:May 02, 2025, 07:20 IST AirPlay is an easy way to play music or show photos wirelessly but now hackers will be preying on easy victims because of the issues. Apple AirPlay is the latest to face a big security risk. Apple AirPlay is a useful way to stream content wirelessly but this convenience […]

ICE seeks public’s help to identify ‘John Doe’ child predator | #childpredator | #onlinepredator | #sextrafficing

RALEIGH, N.C. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is seeking the public’s help to identify a man captured on video sexually abusing an 8-year-old girl. HSI Raleigh and Harnett County Sheriff’s Office investigators believe “John Doe,” a white male, 40 to 50 years in age, with a medium to heavy […]

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