Top news of the week: 13.03.2023.
An assessment of ransomware distribution on darknet markets
Ransomware is a form of malicious software (malware) that restricts access to computer files, systems, or networks until a ransom is paid. In essence, an offender creates or purchases ...
Alleged seller of NetWire RAT arrested in Croatia
Federal authorities successfully confiscated a domain utilized by cybercriminals to distribute the NetWire remote access trojan (RAT).
TSA tells US aviation industry to boost its cybersecurity
The US Transportation and Security Administration (TSA) has issued new requirements for airport and aircraft operators who, they say, are facing a "persistent cybersecurity threat."
Israel blames prolific Iranian-linked hacking group for February university hack
MuddyWater has been attacking targets around the world for years, according to the U.S. and other western governments.
LastPass hack caused by an unpatched Plex software on an employee’s PC
The LastPass data breach was caused by the failure to update Plex on the home computer of one of the company updates. The security breach suffered by LastPass was caused by the failure to ...
‘Pig Butchering’ Scams Are Now a $3 Billion Threat
The FBI’s latest Internet Crime Report highlights the stunning rise of investment-themed crimes over the past 18 months.
Biden admin’s cloud security problem: ‘It could take down the internet like a stack of dominos’
The Biden administration is embarking on the nation’s first comprehensive plan to regulate the security practices of cloud providers.
TSA issues emergency cybersecurity mandates for aviation sector
The TSA will compel the aviation sector to develop plans for hardening resilience to their digital networks and infrastructure in the face of an ongoing cyberattack.