FBI issues warning as crooks ramp up emergency data request scams

November 11, 2024 at 11:32AM The FBI warns of a rising trend in cybercriminals abusing emergency data requests (EDRs) in the US, using compromised government emails to obtain sensitive information from businesses. The FBI emphasizes the need for vigilance, recommending improved cybersecurity measures and close cooperation with local field offices to mitigate risks and validate … Read more

Brazen crims selling stolen credit cards on Meta’s Threads

October 28, 2024 at 11:55AM Criminals are openly selling stolen financial information, including credit card details, on Meta’s Threads. Security experts highlight inadequate moderation, with some accounts remaining active for months. This trend coincides with Telegram’s crackdown on illicit activity, leading criminals to shift their operations to Threads while still using Telegram for sales. ### … Read more

British Library begins contacting customers as Rhysida leaks data dump

November 29, 2023 at 07:38AM The Rhysida ransomware group has released data purportedly stolen from the British Library, totaling 573GB. The library confirmed the breach, urging password changes. Services are disrupted, with recovery expected to take months. Rhysida initially auctioned the data for 20 Bitcoin, and experts stress the seriousness of such cyberattacks and their … Read more