Cybercrime is on the rise in Germany due to attacks by pro-Russian hackers – media | #cybercrime | #infosec

Last year, cybercrime in Germany rose to a record level due to hacker attacks by pro-Russian and anti-Israeli groups, and the government said it would step up countermeasures to combat it. The Times of Israel writes about this referring to the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), writes UNN. Details Cybercrime is an increasing threat to […]

Interlock and the Kettering Ransomware Attack: ClickFix’s Persistence | #ransomware | #cybercrime

In healthcare, every minute of downtime isn’t just a technical problem — it’s a patient safety risk. CNN recently reported that Kettering Health, a major hospital network in Ohio, was hit by a ransomware attack. According to CNN, the Interlock ransomware group claimed responsibility, sending a chilling reminder that healthcare remains a prime target for this particular ransomware […]

Top Russian Dark Web Market Tools Drive Surge in Credential Theft Attacks | #cybercrime | #infosec

In a chilling revelation for cybersecurity professionals, the Russian Market has solidified its position as the leading hub for stolen credentials, fueling a dramatic rise in credential theft attacks worldwide. According to a 2024 report by ReliaQuest’s GreyMatter Digital Risk Protection (DRP) service, over 136,000 customer alerts were raised concerning potential stolen credentials on this […]

CT-based AI cybersecurity company acquires privileged access management consultancy | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

SDG, a Norwalk-based provider of AI-driven cybersecurity, has acquired Synergetika, a Toronto-based privileged access management consultant and integrator. Privileged access management (PAM) is a cybersecurity strategy that provides access to critical IT systems to certain individuals and systems with elevated permissions. SDG, which is headquartered at 75 N. Water St., in Norwalk, did not disclose […]

Interlock and the Kettering Ransomware Attack: ClickFix’s Persistence | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware

In healthcare, every minute of downtime isn’t just a technical problem — it’s a patient safety risk. CNN recently reported that Kettering Health, a major hospital network in Ohio, was hit by a ransomware attack. According to CNN, the Interlock ransomware group claimed responsibility, sending a chilling reminder that healthcare remains a prime target for this particular ransomware […]

OSCE Workshop Boosts Uzbekistan’s Cybercrime Strategy | #cybercrime | #infosec

The OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, held a workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on 29 and 30 May to support the country in developing a national competency framework and training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence. The workshop brought together 20 senior representatives from key law enforcement and […]

Cartier proposes customers stay phish-aware after data theft • The Register | #cybercrime | #infosec

Global jewelry giant Cartier is writing to customers to confirm their data was exposed to cybercriminals that broke into its systems. The notification email, seen by The Register, said: “We are writing to inform you that an unauthorized party gained temporary access to our system and obtained limited client information.  “We contained the issue and […]