BT Investigating Hack After Ransomware Group Claims Theft of Sensitive Data

December 5, 2024 at 05:55AM BT is investigating a ransomware attack by the Black Basta group, which claims to have stolen 500 GB of sensitive data. The group threatens to leak the data unless a ransom is paid. BT affirmed that only specific elements of its Conferencing platform were affected, and services remain operational. ### … Read more

Ransomware hangover, Putin grudge blamed for vodka maker’s bankruptcy

December 5, 2024 at 03:34AM Stoli Group’s US subsidiaries, Stoli USA and Kentucky Owl, filed for bankruptcy due to over $84 million in debt, worsened by an August ransomware attack disrupting operations and compliance. Factors include soft alcohol demand post-COVID-19 and ongoing legal battles with Russia over vodka trademarks. Reorganization aims to protect creditor interests. … Read more

Russian FSB Hackers Breach Pakistan’s APT Storm-0156

December 4, 2024 at 05:31PM Russian hackers, known as Secret Blizzard, have infiltrated a Pakistani hacker group, Storm-0156, to access sensitive information from Afghan and Indian military targets. By leveraging Storm-0156’s tools and infrastructure, they employed diverse tactics for espionage, showcasing a unique trend of threat actors hacking fellow cybercriminals to gain operational advantages. **Meeting … Read more

Vodka maker Stoli files for bankruptcy in US after ransomware attack

December 3, 2024 at 05:05PM Stoli Group’s U.S. subsidiaries have filed for bankruptcy following a ransomware attack that disrupted their IT systems and forced manual operations. Additionally, Russian authorities seized their last distilleries due to the founders’ designation as “extremists.” Stoli faces ongoing legal battles over vodka trademarks, complicating its situation. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways … Read more

760,000 Employee Records From Several Major Firms Leaked Online

December 3, 2024 at 07:42AM Data of over 760,000 employees from major companies, including Bank of America and Nokia, was leaked online, linked to last year’s MOVEit hack by the Cl0p ransomware group. The information includes personal and job-related details, posing a risk for social engineering attacks, as analyzed by Atlas Privacy. **Meeting Takeaways: Data … Read more

Data on 760K workers from Xerox, Nokia, BofA, Morgan Stanley and more dumped online

December 2, 2024 at 10:04PM A massive data breach linked to the MOVEit file transfer tool has exposed personal data of hundreds of thousands of employees from major corporations, including Xerox and Bank of America. The hacker “Nam3L3ss” leaked employee details such as names, contact information, and job titles, raising concerns over potential social engineering … Read more

Incident Response Playbooks: Are You Prepared?

December 2, 2024 at 10:05AM An effective incident response (IR) library emphasizes the necessity of having up-to-date IR plans and playbooks. While IR plans outline organizational roles during incidents, playbooks standardize responses, enhance efficiency, and improve preparedness. Regular updates and testing of playbooks are crucial for effective incident management and cost reduction. ### Key Takeaways … Read more

Two UK Hospitals Hit by Cyberattacks, One Postponed Procedures

December 2, 2024 at 06:55AM Two NHS hospitals in the UK reported cyberattacks last week, with Alder Hey investigating a ransomware claim regarding stolen patient data. The Wirral University Hospital also experienced a cyber incident, disrupting services but without confirmed ransomware involvement. Both hospitals are working to secure systems and assess impacts on operations. **Meeting … Read more

RansomHub claims to net data hat-trick against Bologna FC

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

In Other News: OPPC Breach Impacts 1.7M, US Soldier Suspected in Snowflake Hack, Cloudflare Loses Logs

November 29, 2024 at 07:05AM This week’s cybersecurity news roundup highlights significant developments, including the doubling of a data breach affecting OnePoint Patient Care, Meta’s crackdown on scam operations, malware exploiting Avast’s software, and various vulnerability patches from notable companies. Additional stories cover hacking incidents, Cloudflare’s log loss, and recent data breaches at Keesal, Young … Read more