December 2, 2024 at 04:52AM Russian authorities have arrested Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, known for his alleged involvement in ransomware attacks, including LockBit and Hive. Wanted by the U.S., he was added to the FBI’s most wanted list in May 2023, which offered a $10 million bounty for information leading to his capture. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
December 2, 2024 at 03:09AM A global law enforcement operation, Operation HAECHI-V, arrested over 5,500 suspects tied to financial crimes and seized $400 million in virtual assets. Conducted by authorities from 40 regions between July and November 2024, the coordinated effort highlights the critical need for international police cooperation to combat cybercrime effectively. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more
December 1, 2024 at 03:28PM Interpol’s Operation HAECHI V, funded by South Korea, led to over 5,500 anti-cybercrime arrests and seized over $400 million in assets from scams targeting various crimes. The operation, involving 40 countries, highlighted ongoing threats like romance scams and stablecoin thefts. Additionally, UK businesses lost £44 billion to cyberattacks in five … Read more
November 30, 2024 at 04:35AM Bologna FC reportedly fell victim to the RansomHub cybercrime gang, which claims to have stolen sensitive data, including the employment contract of manager Vincenzo Italiano and personal information of players. The club confirmed a ransomware attack affected its security systems, issuing a warning against the dissemination of stolen data. ### … Read more
November 30, 2024 at 02:42AM Russian cybercriminal Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, linked to LockBit and Hive ransomware, has been arrested. He is charged with developing a malware program for encrypting files and demanding ransom. Matveev has been under U.S. indictment since May 2023, facing consequences for his extensive cybercrime activities. ### Meeting Takeaways – Ransomware / … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 12:55PM Russian ransomware affiliate Mikhail Matveev, also known as Wazawaka, was arrested and indicted for his involvement in multiple hacking groups, including LockBit and Babuk. The U.S. has charged him for cyberattacks against American organizations and is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to his conviction. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 12:25PM Bologna Football Club 1909 confirmed a ransomware attack by the RansomHub group, which leaked stolen data online. The club warns against sharing the data, citing serious legal consequences. The leaked information includes personal player data, financial records, and sponsorship details, highlighting a growing threat to sports organizations. **Meeting Takeaways: Bologna … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 05:33AM Researchers warn of a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) toolkit, Rockstar 2FA, targeting Microsoft 365 credentials through email campaigns. Utilizing adversary-in-the-middle (AitM) attacks, it bypasses multi-factor authentication (MFA). Promoted features assist cybercriminals in executing campaigns with minimal expertise, leading to significant potential financial losses for victims. ### Meeting Takeaways – Cybercrime / Cloud … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 04:28AM Cybercrime is evolving, making continuous training essential for cybersecurity professionals. Celebrating 35 years, the SANS Institute offers over 85 courses and 240,000 GIAC certifications globally, emphasizing updated curriculums. New courses in 2025 will cover cybercrime intelligence and Linux incident response, ensuring professionals stay equipped to tackle emerging threats. ### Meeting … Read more
November 27, 2024 at 07:07AM The Banshee Stealer cybercriminal operation has ceased after the malware’s macOS source code was leaked online. Vx-Underground reported this development, stating that the malware, capable of stealing extensive data from infected systems, was previously advertised for $3,000 monthly. The source of the leak remains unidentified. ### Meeting Takeaways on Banshee … Read more