November 21, 2024 at 10:51AM The U.S. has seized the cybercrime website ‘PopeyeTools’ and charged three administrators for selling stolen data. Authorities confiscated multiple domains and $283,000 in cryptocurrency. PopeyeTools trafficked financial information, offering services for cybercrime. Each administrator faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted, though no arrests have been made. ### … Read more
November 21, 2024 at 07:28AM Five individuals linked to the Scattered Spider cybercrime group have been charged with phishing and stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency, according to a report by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Charges Filed**: The U.S. has charged five individuals alleged to be members of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group. 2. **Crimes … Read more
November 21, 2024 at 05:00AM Five alleged members of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group have been indicted for targeting U.S. companies through social engineering, stealing credentials to access crypto accounts and personal data worth millions. They face multiple charges, including wire fraud and identity theft, with potential sentences of up to 27 years. ### Meeting … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 08:37PM The US Department of Justice has indicted five individuals linked to the cyber gang Scattered Spider, accused of stealing millions in cryptocurrency through SMS phishing and social engineering. The group also targeted MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment. Arrests were made in the US and Spain, with serious charges facing the … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 11:45AM Cybercriminals are exploiting a method called ‘Ghost Tap’ to cash out stolen credit card details via mobile payment systems, using money mules worldwide. This tactic, more sophisticated than past methods, enables remote cash outs at multiple locations, making detection difficult for financial institutions. Consumer vigilance is essential to prevent losses. … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 08:52AM Cybercriminals are exploiting a technique known as Ghost Tap, using near-field communication (NFC) to fraudulently withdraw funds from stolen credit cards linked to mobile payment services like Google Pay and Apple Pay. This method allows transactions without the physical card or phone, complicating detection for financial institutions and retailers. ### … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 04:59PM Evgenii Ptitsyn, a Russian citizen, was extradited from South Korea to the U.S. for his role in the Phobos ransomware operation, accused of extorting over $16 million from victims. Facing 13 charges, he provided technical support to criminals using the malware. If convicted, he could face over 100 years in … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 01:21PM Russian cybercriminal Evgenii Ptitsyn, 42, appeared in a Maryland court after extradition from South Korea. He faces charges for operating the Phobos ransomware, allegedly extorting over $16 million from more than 1,000 victims globally. He could face significant prison time if convicted on multiple counts, including wire fraud and extortion. … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 08:06AM iLearningEngines reported a cybersecurity incident involving the theft of $250,000 due to unauthorized access and wire misdirection. The company anticipates significant operational impacts for Q4 2024 but does not foresee long-term effects. The incident may be linked to a business email compromise scheme. No ransomware group has claimed responsibility. **Meeting … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 06:34AM Ford is investigating claims by hackers, IntelBroker and EnergyWeaponUser, who assert they stole 44,000 customer records, primarily from dealerships. While the leaked data appears to include non-sensitive information, Ford is actively looking into the potential breach and the hackers’ history of exaggerating claims against other companies. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more