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Tracing a Persistent Threat with Unfading Sea Haze’s Stealthy Cyber Tactics
Unfading Sea Haze, a persistent cyber threat group aligned with Chinese geopolitical interests, targets government and military sectors in the South China Sea. Bitdefender reports reveal their sophisticated tactics, including fileless malware and modular malware strains, stressing the importance of robust security measures to combat these advanced threats.
Royal Tiger Designated as Key Threat in FCC's Battle Against Fraudulent Robocalls
The FCC has designated Royal Tiger as its first Consumer Communications Information Services Threat (C-CIST) to combat robocall fraud. Operating globally, Royal Tiger uses spoofed numbers and AI voice-cloning to scam consumers. This designation helps track and mitigate their activities, aiming to protect consumers and restore trust in telecommunications.
North Korean Group Kimsuky Escalates Cyber Espionage with Gomir Linux Malware
North Korean cyber espionage group Kimsuky intensifies attacks against South Korea using advanced Linux malware Gomir. Targeting government and private sector entities, Kimsuky exploits software supply chains to increase global security risks. Symantec reports reveal sophisticated tactics, highlighting the urgent need for robust cybersecurity defenses.
Persistent Social Engineering Campaign Floods Inboxes, Tricking Users with Phony Support Calls
A social engineering campaign linked to Black Basta ransomware targets users with spam emails and deceptive IT support calls. Researchers from Rapid7 reveal that attackers trick users into granting remote access, leading to credential harvesting and network infiltration. Learn about their tactics and how to defend against this persistent threat.
Black Basta Ransomware Threatens Critical Infrastructure and Healthcare
Active since April 2022, the Black Basta ransomware gang threatens global organizations, notably in healthcare and critical infrastructure. Using spearphishing and exploiting vulnerabilities, they execute double-extortion attacks. Recent advisories from CISA and HHS highlight the urgency of mitigating this threat through updated defenses and multi-factor authentication.
FBI Warns Retailers of Increased Phishing Attacks on Corporate Offices
The FBI warns US retail corporate offices about STORM-0539’s phishing and smishing attacks targeting gift card departments. Since January 2024, these attacks have aimed to create fraudulent gift cards, causing significant financial losses. The group bypasses multi-factor authentication using advanced phishing kits and AiTM techniques. Enhanced email and SMS filtering, along with vigilant monitoring of authentication processes, are recommended to counter these threats.
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