Cybercriminals Exploit CrowdStrike Outage with Phishing Attacks
Hackers target CrowdStrike customers with phishing emails disguised as Microsoft recovery guides to steal sensitive information and distribute malware.
Hackers target CrowdStrike customers with phishing emails disguised as Microsoft recovery guides to steal sensitive information and distribute malware.
Ransomware incidents increased by 22% in Q2 2024, with compromised credentials as the most common initial access method, highlighting the need for organizations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.
A critical security vulnerability in certain versions of Docker Engine allows attackers to bypass authorization plugins and gain unauthorized access to systems.
Meta Platforms takes action against cybercrime in Nigeria by removing accounts involved in financial sextortion scams, primarily targeting American men and minors.
A security risk has been identified in Google Cloud Platform’s Cloud Functions and Cloud Build services, allowing threat actors to escalate privileges and potentially gain unauthorized access to other GCP services.
Malware-based threats increased significantly in the first half of 2024, with a spike in attacks using sophisticated methods like PowerShell and targeting IoT devices.
A defect in a content update for CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor led to a global IT outage impacting over 8.5 million computers running Windows, highlighting the critical need for effective ransomware recovery and response plans.
A recent study by Appsbroker CTS found that IT and cybersecurity leaders feel unprepared for emerging technologies and increasing cyber threats, with many turning to Zero Trust controls to address challenges.
Google Chrome implements new warning system for password-protected files from untrustworthy sources, leading to increased malware detection rates and reduced likelihood of falling victim to phishing scams.
Stargazer Goblin runs the Stargazers Ghost Network on GitHub, distributing malware to Windows users through fake accounts and earning up to $100,000.