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Relentless Phishing from Gamaredon
Gamaredon, a Russian threat group, persistently targets Ukrainian organizations with phishing campaigns. Deploying GammaLoad and GammaSteel malware variants, they aim to steal credentials and exfiltrate data from critical infrastructure, defense, and government sectors. CERT-UA reports at least 70 incidents in 2022.
Law Enforcement Intervenes in Hive Ransomware Operations
An international law enforcement operation led by the US Department of Justice and Europol seized Hive ransomware's Tor payment and data leak sites. The intervention prevented $130 million in ransom payments, provided decryption keys to over 1,300 victims, and disrupted Hive's operations.
Increased Levels of Cyber Threat from Russia and Iran
The U.K. NCSC alerts on increased cyber threats from Russian and Iranian groups targeting defense, education, government, NGOs, and think tanks. Spear-phishing campaigns leverage fake social media personas and event invitations to collect data and compromise email credentials.
Five Data Wipers Had Been Deployed Against Ukrinform
CERT-UA's investigation into the January 17th attack on Ukrinform reveals five data-wiping malware strains: CaddyWiper, ZeroWipe, SDelete, AwfulShred, and BidSwipe. Despite the attempt, Ukrinform's operations were not disrupted. CERT-UA suspects the Russian-state-sponsored group Sandworm orchestrated the attack.
CISA Warns of Refund Scams Using Remote Management Software
CISA warns of refund scams using remote management software like AnyDesk. Cybercriminals gain local user access through phishing emails, impersonating well-known brands. They manipulate bank account summaries to steal funds and potentially sell access to other cybercriminals.
Abuse of Google Ads Leads to Ransomware Attacks
Security researchers reveal threat actors exploiting Google Ads to distribute Royal and CLOP ransomware. Masquerading as popular software utilities, these malicious ads lead to the download of malware like BatLoader, Cobalt Strike, and information stealers. Despite takedown efforts, attackers outpace Google’s removal rate.
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