December 12, 2024 at 05:16PM An international law enforcement operation has shut down the Rydox cybercrime marketplace, leading to the arrest of three administrators involved in its operations. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Operation Overview**: An international law enforcement operation successfully targeted the Rydox cybercrime marketplace. 2. **Outcome**: The operation resulted in the seizure of the Rydox … Read more
December 12, 2024 at 03:26PM The U.S. State Department is offering up to $5 million for information on North Korean front companies involved in illegal remote IT work, generating millions to support nuclear programs. Fourteen “IT warriors” were indicted for identity theft and fraud, highlighting ongoing risks of North Korean infiltration in U.S. businesses. **Meeting … Read more
December 12, 2024 at 03:06PM Law enforcement worldwide has seized 27 popular platforms used for DDoS attacks in an ongoing operation called PowerOFF, coordinated by Europol across 15 countries. It targeted cybercriminals, arresting three administrators and identifying over 300 others. Authorities aim to disrupt the cybercrime ecosystem, especially during heightened holiday attack periods. ### Meeting … Read more
December 12, 2024 at 08:42AM Chinese law enforcement has utilized a surveillance tool called EagleMsgSpy since at least 2017 to collect data from Android devices via physical access. Developed by Wuhan Chinasoft Token Information Technology Co., it gathers sensitive information such as SMS, call logs, and GPS data, linked to public security bureaus in China. … Read more
December 12, 2024 at 07:21AM An international law enforcement operation, Operation PowerOff, successfully dismantled 27 DDoS-for-hire websites and arrested three suspects in France and Germany. Coordinated by Europol, the operation identified over 300 users and aimed to curb disruptive DDoS attacks, especially during the holiday season, which cause significant financial and operational harm. ### Meeting … Read more
December 12, 2024 at 07:12AM Europol’s Operation PowerOFF recently shut down 27 domains linked to DDoS services, arresting three suspected administrators. This collaborative effort involved 15 countries to combat cybercrime and deter potential users through ads, warnings, and outreach. Since 2018, the operation has led to significant progress against DDoS platforms and criminal activities. ### … Read more
December 11, 2024 at 04:06PM A new Android spyware, EagleMsgSpy, developed by Wuhan Chinasoft Token, facilitates surveillance by Chinese law enforcement. Operational since 2017, it targets various data types, including messages and location. Evidence ties it to public security bureaus, suggesting systematic government use. An iOS version is suspected but unverified. ### Meeting Takeaways: EagleMsgSpy … Read more
December 11, 2024 at 11:38AM Law enforcement from 15 countries has dismantled 27 DDoS-for-hire services, arrested three administrators, and identified 300 users as part of ‘Operation PowerOFF.’ This initiative, led by Europol, targets cybercrime involving DDoS attacks, which can disrupt online services, especially during peak holiday shopping. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Operation PowerOFF Success**: An international … Read more
December 9, 2024 at 04:24PM Five suspects were arrested in Belgium for a large-scale phishing operation across Europe, deceiving victims into sharing bank information. They stole millions, funding a lavish lifestyle, including luxury goods and nights out. Law enforcement continues to pursue similar cybercriminals, emphasizing a crackdown on those flaunting their crimes on social media. … Read more
December 9, 2024 at 06:29AM Belgian and Dutch authorities arrested eight individuals linked to a fraud scheme involving phishing, online scams, and money laundering. Seventeen searches were conducted, yielding electronic devices, cash, luxury items, and a firearm. The cybercriminal group targeted victims across Europe, stealing millions using deceptive tactics, including fake police and bank impersonations. … Read more