Infosecurity News
Law Enforcement Busts Initial Access Malware Used to Launch Ransomware
A new Europol-led operation has dismantled infrastructure for key initial access malware used to launch ransomware attacks
Global Dark Web Sting Sees 270 Arrested
Operation Raptor also resulted in the seizure of $184m and a record amount of illegal drugs, firearms and drug trafficking proceeds
DragonForce Engages in "Turf War" for Ransomware Dominance
Sophos has observed DragonForce attacking rival ransomware operators including RansomHub as it seeks to expand its reach in the cybercrime marketplace
AI-Generated TikTok Videos Used to Distribute Infostealer Malware
Malware campaign exploiting TikTok’s popularity has been observed using social engineering to spread Vidar and StealC
Kettering Health Cyber-Attack Disrupts Services
Kettering Health is facing significant disruptions from a cyber-attack that impacted patient care
Coinbase Breach Affected Almost 70,000 Customers
The US cryptocurrency exchange claimed that the breach occurred in December 2024
Critical Vulnerabilities Found in Versa Networks SD-WAN/SASE Platform
The unpatched vulnerabilities, with a CVSS score of 8.6 to 10.0, can lead to remote code execution via authentication bypass
Sensitive Personal Data Stolen in West Lothian Ransomware Attack
West Lothian Council confirmed that ransomware attackers have stolen personal and sensitive information held on its education network
Global Law Enforcers and Microsoft Seize 2300+ Lumma Stealer Domains
Law enforcers worldwide have teamed up with Microsoft to disrupt the infrastructure behind Lumma Stealer
Western Logistics and Tech Firms Targeted by Russia’s APT28
NSA, NCSC and allies warn Western tech and logistics firms of Russian APT28 cyber-espionage threat
#Infosec2025: NCC Group Expert Warns UK Firms to Prepare for Cyber Security and Resilience Bill
UK businesses should start to plan for required changes to their cybersecurity programs ahead of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill
Cybercriminals Mimic Kling AI to Distribute Infostealer Malware
A new malware campaign disguised as Kling AI used fake Facebook ads and counterfeit websites to distribute an infostealer
Flaw in Google Cloud Functions Sparks Broader Security Concerns
Patched privilege escalation flaw in Google Cloud Platform linked to wider cloud security concerns
US Teen to Plead Guilty in PowerSchool Extortion Campaign
The 19-year-old and his accomplices obtained key data for the extortion scheme in a 2022 breach of a US telco
Two-Fifths of Americans Want to Ban Biometric Use
ITRC report finds that 39% of American consumers believe biometric use should be banned
M&S Braces for £300 Million Cyber-Attack Costs
An M&S trading update estimates the ongoing cyber-incident will cost £300m, largely from lost sales due to the suspension of online orders
NCSC Helps Firms Securely Dispose of Old IT Assets
A new NCSC guide offers useful information on how to safely and securely dispose of end-of-life assets
Uncensored AI Tool Raises Cybersecurity Alarms
The Venice.ai chatbot gained traction in hacking forums for its uncensored access to advanced models
Debt Collector Data Breach Affects 200,000 Harbin Clinic Patients
A data breach at Nationwide Recovery Services compromised data of 200,000 Harbin Clinic patients
Russian APT Groups Intensify Attacks in Europe with Zero-Day Exploits and Wipers
Researchers at ESET observed strengthened cyber-offensive activity from Russian groups, especially against Ukrainian and European entities
