Ransomware
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Read moreA new cyberattack campaign is tricking users into downloading malware through fake browser update alerts. Hackers from the SmartApeSG group are targeting compromised websites to distribute NetSupport RAT and StealC malware, which can steal sensitive data and give attackers remote access to your system. -
Read moreThe New York Blood Center Enterprises suffered a ransomware attack on January 26, 2025, forcing it to cancel blood donation drives despite an ongoing blood shortage. The organization is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to restore its systems, but processing times are delayed, and the timeline for full recovery is unknown. -
Read moreThe WantToCry ransomware group is targeting unsecured SMB services, encrypting shared files, and demanding ransom payments. Weak passwords and misconfigured networks allow these attacks to succeed. Organizations must secure their SMB settings to prevent data loss and ransomware infections. -
Read moreHackers are using SSH tunnels to secretly access VMware ESXi servers, steal data, and deploy ransomware. These servers, which host multiple virtual machines, are critical to businesses but are often not well-monitored. Attackers take advantage of these gaps to lock down systems and demand ransom payments. -
Read moreCybercriminals are pretending to be IT support using Microsoft Teams to trick employees. They use spam emails, fake calls, and phishing tactics to gain access to company systems and install ransomware. -
Read moreA dangerous ransomware called Codefinger is attacking Amazon Web Services (AWS) users by encrypting their data in S3 buckets. Victims cannot recover their files without paying for a decryption key, making this attack a significant threat to cloud-based systems. -
Read morePowerSchool, a leading education software provider, experienced a cyberattack that exposed sensitive data about students and teachers. This incident emphasizes the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in educational institutions. -
Read moreArtivion, a global leader in heart surgery medical devices, faced a disruptive ransomware attack on November 21. The attack encrypted systems, stole data, and impacted corporate operations, order processing, and shipping. This incident highlights the rising threat of ransomware in the healthcare sector. -
Read moreBologna Football Club 1909 has confirmed a ransomware attack by the RansomHub gang, resulting in the theft and public release of sensitive data. The leaked information includes sponsorship contracts, financial records, and personal data of players, employees, and fans, emphasizing the rising cyber threat to sports organizations. -
Read moreA Russia-aligned cybercrime group, RomCom, has leveraged two zero-day vulnerabilities in Firefox and Windows to deploy its backdoor malware, RomCom RAT, in a series of sophisticated attacks. These vulnerabilities allow remote code execution with no user interaction, escalating the threat posed by this group in both espionage and cybercrime operations.
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