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Russia Charges Notorious Ransomware Developer in Rare Cybercrime Case

SecureWorld News

In a surprising move related to international cybercrime, Russian authorities have charged Mikhail Matveev, also known as "Wazawaka," with creating ransomware to extort commercial organizations, according to Russian media outlet RIA.

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Web Hacking Service ‘Araneida’ Tied to Turkish IT Firm

Krebs on Security

Cyber threat analysts at Silent Push said they recently received reports from a partner organization that identified an aggressive scanning effort against their website using an Internet address previously associated with a campaign by FIN7 , a notorious Russia-based hacking group. . Araneida Scanner. 2023 on the forum Cracked.

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GUEST ESSAY: The many channels law enforcement pursues to mitigate cyber threats

The Last Watchdog

Many individuals are curious about the strategies employed by law enforcement agencies to monitor and respond to these threats. Threat intel sharing Law enforcement agencies depend on multiple channels to aid their efforts against cyber threats. The primary source is the affected organization or individual.

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Operation Heart Blocker: International Police Disrupt Phishing Network

SecureWorld News

In a significant victory against cybercrime, U.S. Cybercrime as a service: an evolving threat As cybercriminals continue to develop more sophisticated and accessible tools, law enforcement agencies worldwide are struggling to keep pace.

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SHARED INTEL Q&A: My thoughts and opinions about cyber threats — as discussed with OneRep

The Last Watchdog

Acohido to share his ideas about the current cyber threat landscape, the biggest threats for businesses today, the role of AI and machine learning in cyberattacks and cyberdefence, and the most effective methods for companies to protect themselves. Erin: What are some of the biggest cyber threats that businesses face today?

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Resecurity Released a 2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Forecast

Security Affairs

Cybersecurity company Resecurity has published the 2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Forecast. Resecurity, a Los Angeles-based cybersecurity company protecting Fortune 100 and government agencies worldwide, has compiled a comprehensive forecast outlining the imminent threats and novel security challenges anticipated in the upcoming year.

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Cyber Threats Intensify in Mexico: Insights from Mandiant on Espionage and Extortion

Penetration Testing

A new report from Mandiant revealed the increasing cyber threats faced by Mexico, with a complex mix of global espionage and local cybercrime targeting both users and enterprises.