Background on the Unknown Threat Actor An unknown threat actor has sparked interest in the cybersecurity community after being seen weaponizing high-severity security flaws in the MinIO high-performance object storage system. This unexpected action aims at achieving unauthorized code execution on affected servers, causing a surge in incident responses. Well-known cybersecurity and incident response firm,…

X, the Social Media Site’s Privacy Policy Update X, the social media site formerly recognized as Twitter, has recently made an announcement regarding a significant alteration in its privacy policy. They are introducing a measure to collect users’ biometric data with the primary objective of curbing fraudulent activities and impersonation issues rampant on the platform.…

Commencing a new business, undergoing acquisition, or engaging in a merger all represent significant milestones that greatly influence a company’s future trajectory and expansion. According to a recent study, a 42% surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) during the first quarter of 2023 has been noted compared to the same period in 2022. Business cybersecurity…

Introduction to the large-scale Smishing Campaign A new large-scale smishing campaign is presently targeting the U.S with a unique approach. It employs the use of compromised Apple iCloud accounts to send iMessages with the intent of committing identity theft and financial fraud. This phishing scam is masterminded by Chinese-speaking threat actors who utilize a package-tracking…

Setting the Record Straight on AI: Not Here to Replace Us The growing buzz around Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been hard to ignore. From fanciful notions of self-driving cars to terror-inducing speculations of AI-led global destruction, we’ve all been made to believe that the robots are here to replace us. But is there any truth…

Ransomware Attack on South Africa: The Snatch Gang’s Direct Threat Recently, a new form of cybercrime has seen a rise, with the Snatch ransomware gang making headlines. They are known for their audacious attacks, and this time, they targeted none other than the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa. This alarming incident has once again…

Most Impactful Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches in August 2023 In the era of advanced technology and interconnectivity, cyber attacks and data breaches are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, posing a significant threat to individuals and organizations globally. August 2023 saw a series of impactful cyber attacks and data breaches that highlighted the importance of…

Unveiling the Simplicia Cyber Attack A disturbing revelation has come to light regarding Simplicia’s French website. Data from the site has been discovered on a dark web hacker forum. The user in question did not claim responsibility for the cyber attack on Simplicia but did admit to having possession of stolen data. This data comprises…

The Rise of Malware Distribution through Social Media Platforms Malicious actors linked with the Vietnamese cybercrime ecosystem are escalating their illegal activities by exploiting advertisements-as-a-vector on widely used social media platforms, particularly, Meta-owned Facebook. This strategy enables them to propagate malware effectively and persistently. Using Fraudulent Ads as a Vector “Threat actors have long used…

Unravelling NET-WORKER ALLIANCE’s Claim of Breaching INTERPOL’s Remote Access Portal Overview of the Audacious Claim The recent assertion made by NET-WORKER ALLIANCE, an ambiguous cyber security entity, has stirred significant concern within the cyber security community. The group’s bold proclamation, substantiated with a screenshot and a check-host link, is a potential indicator of a successful…