November 21, 2024 at 05:00AM Five alleged members of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group have been indicted for targeting U.S. companies through social engineering, stealing credentials to access crypto accounts and personal data worth millions. They face multiple charges, including wire fraud and identity theft, with potential sentences of up to 27 years. ### Meeting … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 08:37PM The US Department of Justice has indicted five individuals linked to the cyber gang Scattered Spider, accused of stealing millions in cryptocurrency through SMS phishing and social engineering. The group also targeted MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment. Arrests were made in the US and Spain, with serious charges facing the … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 09:44AM The text discusses the persistent issue of data breaches in cybersecurity, highlighting the author’s experiences. It calls for companies to improve both pre- and post-breach practices, including timely notifications and proactive tools for consumers. Additionally, it suggests implementing industry regulations and financial accountability for companies to better protect consumer data. … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 03:53PM Robert Purbeck, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for hacking 19 US servers, stealing personal information of 132,000 people, and extorting an orthodontist for Bitcoin. He accessed sensitive data from a medical clinic and a police department. He must also pay over $1 million in restitution. ### Meeting … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 03:29PM Robert Purbeck, 45, was sentenced to ten years in prison for cybercrimes targeting medical facilities and other organizations across the U.S. He extorted at least $1 million from 19 victims, including threatening their personal safety. Purbeck also faces three years of supervised release following his prison term. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 12:02PM Robert Purbeck, 45, from Idaho, has received a ten-year prison sentence for hacking 19 organizations, stealing personal data from over 132,000 individuals, and extorting victims. He pleaded guilty to unauthorized access charges and must pay over $1 million in restitution after an FBI raid revealed the extensive data theft. **Meeting … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 07:39AM Robert Purbeck received a 10-year prison sentence for stealing personal information from over 132,000 individuals and committing extortion. This case highlights serious concerns regarding data security and cybercrime. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways: – **Individual Involved**: Robert Purbeck – **Offense**: Hacking, data theft, and extortion – **Sentence**: 10 years in prison … Read more
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
October 24, 2024 at 05:44PM Henry Schein disclosed a data breach after two cyberattacks by the BlackCat Ransomware gang in 2023, affecting over 166,000 individuals. The company took systems offline to mitigate the attacks. They are offering impacted users a free 24-month membership with Experian’s IdentityWorks for credit monitoring and fraud detection. **Meeting Takeaways: Henry … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 05:42PM Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP is investigating a cyberattack on American Water Works Company, potentially affecting 14 million customers. The company has temporarily disabled its customer portal and billing. Customers may face identity theft risks and are encouraged to seek information about their legal rights regarding the incident. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more