Federal prosecutors are investigating a former ransomware negotiator accused of secretly colluding with cybercriminals to profit from victim payments, highlighting troubling conflicts of interest in the booming cyber extortion economy. The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into a former employee of DigitalMint, a prominent Chicago-based
A Modern Protection Playbook Based on Scattered Spider's Game-Changing Tactics Scattered Spider didn't just infiltrate organizations—they rewrote the ransomware playbook entirely. They fought back against incident response teams, countered security moves in real-time, and actively sabotaged operations during eviction attempts. This isn't theoretical.
Bottom Line Up Front: Despite slight improvements in cybersecurity preparedness among smaller businesses, UK companies continue to face a relentless barrage of cyber attacks, with 43% of businesses experiencing breaches in 2024 and cumulative losses reaching £44 billion over five years. The cyber threat landscape facing UK businesses has reached
How a computer science student from Gran Canaria orchestrated one of Spain's most significant political data breaches from his parents' home, exposing thousands of high-profile figures in what authorities are calling an act of cyberterrorism Breaking News: Unprecedented Political Data Leak Rocks Spain In a dramatic turn
How Chinese state-sponsored hackers penetrated America's telecommunications backbone and expanded into data centers, exposing the vulnerabilities in our most critical digital infrastructure China’s Cyber Campaigns: A Deep Dive into Salt & Volt Typhoon and Other Threat ActorsIn recent years, cyber espionage has become a significant concern, with
The notorious cybercrime group has shifted focus from retail to insurance companies, with sophisticated social engineering campaigns targeting the sector's valuable trove of personal data Scattered SpiderScattered Spider, a notorious hacking group also known as UNC3944, Scatter Swine, or Muddled Libra, has gained notoriety in the cybersecurity world
How international cooperation and sophisticated investigative techniques delivered unprecedented blows to global cybercrime networks The year 2025 has emerged as a watershed moment in the fight against cybercrime, with law enforcement agencies worldwide delivering a series of devastating blows to criminal networks that had previously operated with near impunity. From
In the evolving landscape of digital privacy, security, and internet regulation, several legislative frameworks have significantly shaped the discourse in the United States. These include the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) along with Section 702, the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) bill, Net Neutrality, the Internet Bill of
Introduction: In an unexpected move that further underscores the tensions on the international stage, the European Union (EU) has proposed imposing sanctions on certain Chinese companies for their alleged role in supporting Russian activities. This decision highlights the EU's commitment to address perceived violations of international norms through
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Introduction The cyberattacks on MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment, two titans in the casino and hospitality industry, represent a significant episode in the annals of cybercrime. These incidents not only led to considerable financial losses but also exposed sensitive customer data, underscoring the escalating threat of cyberattacks in the
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From FBI hacker to forum founder: The extraordinary story of Conor Fitzpatrick and the controversial case that's reshaping cybercrime sentencing In the pantheon of cybercriminal legends, few figures have captured the imagination quite like "Pompompurin"—a 19-year-old from Peekskill, New York, who built what became the
How the arrest of Kai West revealed the scope of modern cybercrime and the resilience of underground forums https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/media/1404616/dl?inline The cybersecurity world was shaken this week when federal prosecutors in New York unveiled criminal charges against Kai West, the 25-year-old British national
The cybersecurity landscape of 2024-2025 has been marked by unprecedented attacks on critical infrastructure, sophisticated state-sponsored campaigns, and a rapid evolution of both offensive and defensive techniques. From Norwegian dams to cryptocurrency markets, threat actors are demonstrating increasing capability and audacity in targeting essential systems and services that underpin modern
In today's hyper-connected world, a cybersecurity breach is no longer a matter of "if," but "when". These incidents are not just technical challenges; they represent profound tests of an organization's resilience, public trust, and long-term viability. High-profile breaches, from Equifax to Marriott,
A four-month international operation involving 26 countries and three major cybersecurity firms has dealt a crushing blow to one of the most pervasive threats in cybercrime: information-stealing malware that fuels ransomware attacks and financial fraud worldwide. In the early hours of April 30, 2025, Vietnamese police surrounded a modest apartment
As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, a shadow war is being fought in cyberspace by dozens of hacktivist groups serving as digital proxies. From coordinated DDoS attacks to infrastructure sabotage, this parallel conflict reveals how modern warfare has evolved beyond traditional battlefields. On June 13, 2025, as Israeli jets
A new front in the U.S.-China tech war has emerged, with Chinese engineers literally carrying petabytes of data across borders to train AI models on restricted American chips In March 2025, four Chinese engineers departed Beijing's Capital International Airport on what appeared to be a routine
DarkGaboon's campaign using LockBit ransomware against Russian companies signals a dramatic shift in global cyber warfare dynamics In the shadowy world of cybercrime, few developments have been as surprising—or as symbolically significant—as the emergence of DarkGaboon, a financially motivated threat group that has spent the past
SentinelOne exposes massive Chinese cyber espionage campaign spanning eight months and compromising over 70 organizations worldwide In the shadowy world of state-sponsored cyber espionage, few campaigns have demonstrated the scope, sophistication, and strategic patience exhibited by what SentinelOne researchers have dubbed "PurpleHaze." From July 2024 to March 2025,
Breaking: June 14 cyberattack on Canada's second-largest airline exposes vulnerabilities in critical transportation infrastructure In the early hours of June 13, 2025, WestJet's cybersecurity team detected what would become one of the most significant cyberattacks on Canadian aviation infrastructure in recent years. The incident, which disrupted
June 5 cyberattack on United Natural Foods reveals how cybercriminals can disrupt the nation's food distribution with a single successful breach On June 5, 2025, cybercriminals achieved something that severe weather, labor strikes, and even pandemic lockdowns have rarely accomplished: they brought one of America's largest
How a compromised account became the gateway to one of the largest state government data breaches of 2025 On May 12, 2025, cybercriminals achieved what many would consider the perfect government data breach: maximum sensitive information with minimal effort and no ransom demands. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) discovered