Casino cyberattacks put a bullseye on Scattered Spider – and the FBI is closing in

May 23, 2024 at 04:25PM Carmakal, CTO of Mandiant Consulting, highlighted the escalating threat posed by cybercriminal group Scattered Spider, implicated in high-profile casino attacks. The group’s shift to ransomware and data theft has drawn law enforcement’s focus, with arrests expected soon. Carmakal discussed the group’s unique tactics and the lasting impact on cybercrime. (50 … Read more

Lapsus$ teen sentenced to indefinite detention in hospital after Nvidia, GTA cyberattacks

December 21, 2023 at 05:20PM Two British teens from the Lapsus$ gang have been sentenced for cyber-crimes, including compromising companies like Uber and Nvidia. Arion Kurtaj, 18, was hospitalized indefinitely due to his autism and was found to be unfit for trial. Another 17-year-old was given a youth rehabilitation order. The gang attempted extortion and … Read more