Cyberattacks Surge in UK Education Sector Amid Ransomware Threats
The UK education sector faces a growing threat from cyberattacks, with 77% of institutions reporting breaches in the past year, driven by ransomware incidents and inadequate cybersecurity measures.
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Ransomware Groups STAC5143 and STAC5777 Exploit Microsoft Teams for Cyberattacks
Two ransomware groups, STAC5143 and STAC5777, are leveraging Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft 365 services to gain unauthorized access to corporate systems for data exfiltration and potential extortion.
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Zendesk Platform Exploited for Phishing and Investment Scams
Recent research reveals that cybercriminals are increasingly using Zendesk’s platform for phishing campaigns and investment scams, employing tactics like brand impersonation and deceptive subdomains to target victims.
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Oracle Releases Patches for 320 Security Vulnerabilities Across Multiple Products
Oracle has announced the release of patches to address 320 security vulnerabilities affecting over 90 products and services, with critical vulnerabilities scoring as high as 9.9.
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FBI and DOJ Successfully Eradicate PlugX Malware from Thousands of Infected Computers
The United States Department of Justice and the FBI have executed a court-authorized operation to remotely delete a variant of the PlugX malware from over 7,000 infected computers in the US and France, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in cybersecurity efforts.
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Digital Operational Resilience Act Set to Enhance EU Financial Sector Security
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), effective January 17, 2025, mandates stringent cybersecurity and operational resilience requirements for financial institutions and their ICT service providers across the European Union.
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New Murdoc_Botnet Variant Targets AVTECH Cameras and Huawei Routers
The Murdoc_Botnet, a new variant of the Mirai malware, is exploiting vulnerabilities in AVTECH IP cameras and Huawei HG532 routers, infecting over 1,370 systems globally since July 2024.
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Salt Typhoon Cyberattack: Major Breach of US Telecoms by Chinese Hackers
The Salt Typhoon attack, attributed to Chinese state-sponsored hackers, has compromised major US telecommunications firms and sensitive government communications, marking a significant escalation in cyber operations targeting critical infrastructure.
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Android Malware “Tanzeem” Targets South Asia, Attributed to DoNot APT Group
A sophisticated Android malware campaign named “Tanzeem,” linked to the Indian DoNot APT group, is designed for intelligence gathering and poses significant security risks to users in South Asia, particularly in the Kashmir region of India.
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Cyberattack on Ukraine’s State Registers Attributed to Russian Hackers
A significant cyberattack on December 19, 2024, attributed to Russian hackers, severely compromised Ukraine’s state registers and digital infrastructure, prompting a reevaluation of the country’s cybersecurity strategies.
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise Faces Major Data Breach by Hacker IntelBroker
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is investigating a significant cybersecurity incident involving the hacker IntelBroker, who claims to have breached the company’s systems and is offering sensitive data for sale, including proprietary code and customer information.
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Otelier Data Breach Exposes Millions of Hotel Guests’ Personal Information
A significant data breach at hotel management software provider Otelier has compromised the personal information of customers from major hotel chains, including Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt, affecting over 10,000 hotels and exposing sensitive data such as names, email addresses, and booking information.
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