DragonRank Black Hat SEO Campaign Targeting IIS Servers Across Asia and Europe

September 11, 2024 at 12:00PM A new campaign known as DragonRank, linked to a Chinese-speaking actor, is orchestrating black hat SEO attacks across Asia and Europe. Exploiting web applications, the group deploys malware to manipulate search engine algorithms, boosting the ranking of targeted websites. The attacks span various industry sectors and deploy methods to drive … Read more

Why AI Obituary Scams Are a Cyber-Risk for Businesses

March 22, 2024 at 09:06AM Scammers are utilizing AI to quickly generate SEO-friendly bereavement scams, making it easier to deceive mourners or exploit them to access their employers. This emerging trend poses new challenges in combating fraud and protecting vulnerable individuals during times of grief. Based on the meeting notes, it seems that the discussion … Read more

News farm impersonates 60+ major outlets: BBC, CNN, CNBC, Guardian…

March 2, 2024 at 11:35AM BleepingComputer uncovered a network of over 60 fake “news” websites masquerading as major media outlets such as BBC and CNN. The operation, traced back to India, reposts articles from credible sources without permission and engages in spamming for SEO and selling ad slots. The complete list of domains and cautionary … Read more

New cybercrime market ‘OLVX’ gains popularity among hackers

December 13, 2023 at 10:46AM OLVX, a new cybercrime marketplace, is gaining traction on the clearnet, accessible to a wide range of users and promoted through SEO efforts. With various cybercriminal tools available, the platform supports multiple payment methods, enabling continuous spending for users. It presents a range of compromised digital items and services for … Read more