December 11, 2024 at 01:36PM Russian threat actor Secret Blizzard has been using malware, specifically the Amadey bot, to deploy the Kazuar backdoor on Ukrainian military systems. This marks their continued strategy to utilize other hackers’ access for espionage. Microsoft reports the group uses various cyberattack methods to obtain covert intelligence. ### Meeting Takeaways – … Read more
November 5, 2024 at 09:44AM Canadian authorities have arrested Alexander ‘Connor’ Moucka, believed to have hacked multiple Snowflake accounts earlier this year. The arrest follows an investigation into the incidents involving unauthorized access to the cloud services platform. The case highlights ongoing cybersecurity challenges. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways: – **Subject of Concern**: Alexander ‘Connor’ Moucka … Read more
November 5, 2024 at 01:45AM Canadian authorities arrested Alexander “Connor” Moucka, suspected of hacking linked to the Snowflake data breach. The breach targeted several major companies, and attackers, possibly part of group UNC5537, extorted victims with threats to sell stolen data. Moucka’s specific charges remain unknown as investigations continue. ### Meeting Takeaways: Data Breach / … Read more
November 2, 2024 at 06:21AM A former Disney employee allegedly hacked the company’s servers to manipulate menus by changing prices, adding profanities, and altering notifications. This incident highlights potential security vulnerabilities within the organization. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Overview**: A former employee of Walt Disney World is accused of hacking into the servers. 2. … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 04:46AM On day 2 of Pwn2Own Ireland 2024, over $350,000 was awarded, including $50,000 for an exploit targeting the Samsung Galaxy S24. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Financial Overview**: A total of over $350,000 was awarded on Day 2 of Pwn2Own Ireland 2024. 2. **Significant Exploit**: An exploit targeting the Samsung Galaxy S24 … Read more
August 2, 2024 at 04:36AM Two Russian cybercrime prisoners were exchanged by Belarus, Germany, Norway, Russia, Slovenia, and the U.S., as part of a historic deal involving 16 individuals. Notable figures released include Roman Valerevich Seleznev, convicted of payment card fraud, and Vladislav Klyushin, owner of a security firm involved in an insider-trading scheme. Additionally, … Read more
December 8, 2023 at 08:36AM The US and UK have charged and imposed sanctions on two hackers affiliated with Russia’s FSB security service. Takeaways from the Meeting: 1. The United States and the United Kingdom have publicly announced charges against two hackers. 2. These two hackers are purported to be collaborating with Russia’s Federal Security … Read more
December 4, 2023 at 10:07AM North Korean state-sponsored hackers reportedly stole over $3 billion in cryptocurrency, according to Recorded Future. SecurityWeek reported on the theft. Clear Takeaway from Meeting Notes: North Korean state-sponsored hackers have been reported to have acquired over $3 billion through cryptocurrency theft, as per findings published by Recorded Future. This significant … Read more