February 27, 2024 at 05:32PM The FBI, CISA, and HHS have issued a warning about ALPHV/Blackcat ransomware attacks targeting U.S. healthcare organizations. The BlackCat cybercrime gang, linked to over 60 breaches and $300 million in ransoms, primarily targets the healthcare sector. Mitigation measures are recommended, with a focus on cybersecurity safeguards for critical infrastructure and … Read more
February 26, 2024 at 05:46PM LockBit ransomware has revived its leak site just a week after a major law enforcement takedown. The Operation Cronos Taskforce seized infrastructure, data, and decryption keys, resulting in arrests and frozen cryptocurrency accounts. Despite the blow, LockBit quickly bounced back due to backup systems. The impact of such law enforcement … Read more
February 22, 2024 at 10:35AM Father-son duo apprehended in Ukraine as part of LockBit leaks takedown. National Police of Ukraine confirms their identity and involvement in attacks on individuals, businesses, and public institutions in France. LockBit’s total attacks exceed 3,000. Five LockBit affiliates arrested this week. US offers $10 million reward for information on LockBit’s … Read more
February 22, 2024 at 09:15AM The US government released new guidance for water and wastewater sector entities to improve cyber resilience. The document, “Top Cyber Actions for Securing Water Systems,” includes instructions and free resources to assess and enhance security posture. It advises reducing internet exposure, conducting regular assessments, improving password hygiene, inventorying assets, updating … Read more
February 21, 2024 at 01:45PM CISA, the FBI, and the EPA have released a fact sheet outlining top cybersecurity measures for U.S. water utilities. Recommendations include reducing exposure of assets, changing passwords, patching vulnerabilities, and conducting regular cybersecurity training. The agencies also issued a guide and free security scan program to help utilities secure their … Read more
February 20, 2024 at 11:07AM LockBit’s infrastructure has been dismantled by Western authorities in “Operation Cronos.” The UK’s National Crime Agency seized control of LockBit’s site, promising a slow release of revelations. Two affiliates have been arrested, adding to previous arrests. DoJ indicted two Russian nationals. Despite challenges, the takedown is a significant win, with … Read more
February 19, 2024 at 08:25PM LockBit’s website has been seized by UK’s National Crime Agency, claiming they’ve disrupted the ransomware gang’s operations. The NCA worked with international law enforcement including the FBI in Operation Cronos. Europol takes credit, hinting the gang’s disruption. LockBit was infamous for attacks and ransomware-as-a-service, with millions in ransom payments and … Read more
February 19, 2024 at 10:10AM Ukrainian national Mark Sokolovsky, 28, appeared in a US court after extradition from the Netherlands. He was arrested in March 2022 for operating the Raccoon Infostealer malware. Sokolovsky was indicted for distributing the malware globally, stealing login credentials, financial data, and leasing access to the malware for $200 monthly. The … Read more
February 19, 2024 at 09:05AM The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group claims responsibility for cyber attacks on Prudential Financial and LoanDepot, with potential involvement in the recent cybersecurity incidents. The group threatens data disclosure if ransom demands aren’t met, following the double extortion model. Authorities struggle to contain the group, which continues to conduct major attacks despite … Read more
February 18, 2024 at 02:39AM Ukrainian national Vyacheslav Igorevich Penchukov has pleaded guilty in the U.S. for his involvement in the malware schemes Zeus and IcedID. He led prolific malware groups, causing ransomware attacks and stealing millions of dollars. Another Ukrainian national, Mark Sokolovsky, was also extradited for operating the infostealer Raccoon, which stole sensitive … Read more