SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2024

The cybercrime gang RansomHub has claimed responsibility and is threatening to release "a massive trove of sensitive personal information" belonging wealthy clients of Christie's unless their ransom demand is met. The first step for potential victims is to sign up for identity theft protection services.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. Microsoft Cloud Email Breach: A major Microsoft cloud email breach affected U.S.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The man is currently being held in the Netherlands, he was charged for his alleged role the international cybercrime operation known as Raccoon Infostealer. Stolen information was used to commit financial crimes or was sold to others on cybercrime forums.”

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Hot for Security

MARCH 19, 2021

That’s no small feat, considering that ransomware itself stands out as a highly profitable business in the bigger cyber-threat landscape. Losses registered in 2020 totaled $4.2 billion, according to the IC3.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 5, 2025

Theres been quite a few hacks, takedowns-arrests-leaks, and insights from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) 2024 Breach Report. Dive into the most pressing recent stories on data leaks, cybercrime, and the dark web with security researcher Nick Ascoli on the podcast Leaky Weekly.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Ransomware Revenue Down As More Victims Refuse to Pay Energy giant Schneider Electric hit by Cactus ransomware attack Hundreds Of Network Operators’ Credentials Found Circulating In Dark Web Fla.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

For individual users, the exposure of passwords means an increased risk of account takeovers, identity theft, and fraud. As cyber threats evolve, organizations must prioritize protecting customer data. Education, education, education: Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and best practices.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

18, 2024, CyberNewsWire — SpyCloud , the leader in Cybercrime Analytics, today announced new cybersecurity research highlighting the growing and alarming threat of infostealers – a type of malware designed to exfiltrate digital identity data, login credentials, and session cookies from infected devices. Austin, TX, Sept.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Understanding and adhering to cybersecurity regulations is crucial for any organization as cyber threats evolve and become more sophisticated. Cybersecurity laws and regulations encompass a range of legal requirements designed to protect information systems and data from cyber threats.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2024

Investigators from Resecurity’s HUNTER (HUMINT) warn that Indonesia is increasingly being targeted by cyber-threat actors. The exposed data includes sensitive personal details that could potentially be exploited by cybercriminals for identity theft and fraudulent activities. A database containing over 2.3

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Cyber security measures ensure this data is safeguarded against breaches, fraud, hacking, and other forms of cybercrime. Cyber security in banking is about securing the entire digital infrastructure of a bank — from online banking systems to internal databases — against unauthorized access, data leaks, and malicious attacks.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2024

The infamous cybercrime syndicate ShinyHunters has struck again, this time claiming responsibility for an absolutely staggering data breach impacting live entertainment giants Ticketmaster and Live Nation. This alleged attack on Ticketmaster is an unpleasant reminder that no organization is immune from cyber threats.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sadly, they can also make our personal data more vulnerable to cyber threats. Its theme is Secure Our World , and its mission is to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and showcase some of the easy ways we can all become more cyber resilient. In one recent data breach, 2.9

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Identity IQ

MAY 22, 2023

IdentityIQ In a world where cyber threats are increasingly prevalent, the dark web has become a breeding ground for criminal activity. To help protect individuals from identity theft and other cybercrimes, dark web monitoring services use advanced software and algorithms to search for any traces of stolen information on the dark web.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Hackers may also access webcams to perform other types of cybercrime, such as identity theft, fraud, or extortion. Make sure to read our other Approachable Cyber Threats (ACT) posts and subscribe to our ACT Digest to receive updates on the latest cybersecurity threats - straight to your inbox!

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In fact, the World Economic Forum (WEF) projects that by 2021: Global cybercrime costs could total approximately $6 trillion in the US. If cybercrime were a country, it would have the third largest economy in the world. Clearly, cybercrime is big business, and it operates like one. How big is the impact of cybercrime?

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 27, 2022

You’ve likely only seen cybercrime insurance primarily mentioned in relation to attacks on businesses. Premiums are based on how much you have to lose, and tailoring types of cybercrime to your package needs. Some cyber threats listed may not have realistic or obtainable legal solutions in some countries, but they will in others.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Introduction to Dark Web Data Markets The dark web is a hidden part of the internet that has become a major concern for cybersecurity, especially regarding dark web identity theft. In about recent years 9 million identities experienced identity theft, showing the urgent need for awareness and protective measures against these threats.

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Hot for Security

MAY 25, 2021

Since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, spikes in online scams, fraud, identity theft, phishing and malware attacks have served as a constant reminder that individuals are waging war on two fronts.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

Still, cyber organizations are hoping that more do-gooders will join the ranks of the William Flora and Hewlett Foundation, Craig Newmark Philanthropies, and the Gula Tech Foundation , all three of which have historically committed funds to cybersecurity causes and also signed the letter. Kristin Judge, Cybercrime Support Network.

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Vipre

JANUARY 25, 2021

Thus, an antivirus is the most important security tool that everyone must have to protect themselves from viruses, malware, trojans, and similar cyber threats. Identity Theft Protection Tools. Identity theft is a serious threat and one that should not be taken lightly.

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Cytelligence

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Usernames, passwords, and potentially other personal information are now in the hands of cybercriminals who may exploit them for various malicious purposes, including unauthorized access to sensitive data, identity theft, and phishing attacks. The repercussions of this breach extend beyond individual users.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

Personal information, such as credit card details, passwords, and social security numbers, can be harvested and employed for identity theft, fraud, or other malicious endeavors. Bad bots at work One cyber threat that targets user accounts on digital platforms is a credential stuffing attack.

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BH Consulting

MAY 23, 2023

Repetition can lead people to over-disclose information, that could then put them at risk of identity theft and cybercrime. MORE Threat Prompt newsletter covers the intersection between AI and infosec. MORE The National Cyber Security Index ranks countries’ cyber threat readiness.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 14, 2023

Phishing is a cybercrime where criminals masquerade as legitimate institutions to deceive individuals into divulging sensitive information. Spam emails themselves may not directly steal your identity, but they can be a part of a broader identity theft scheme. What is Phishing?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Cyber risk is the third critical corporate risk in 2021, as per the latest Allianz Risk Barometer. The following table shows some classifications that reflect realistic and prominent threats to a company's personnel, data, and technology.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Hackers may also access webcams to perform other types of cybercrime, such as identity theft, fraud, or extortion. Make sure to read our other Approachable Cyber Threats (ACT) posts and subscribe to our ACT Digest to receive updates on the latest cybersecurity threats - straight to your inbox!

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The State of Cybercrime. Malware is now the favorite weapon for all kinds of attackers, from state sponsored cyber war, to industrial espionage, fraud, identity theft and just about any other cybercrime you can think of. For years, the easiest way to distribute malware was by email. Looking Forward.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

The State of Email Security , a report published by Mimecast, a leading email security provider, sheds light on the challenges faced by the C-suite in safeguarding their organisations against email-based cyber threats. Email remains the primary communication tool for businesses, but it also poses significant security risks.

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SC Magazine

JULY 13, 2021

The tech’s getting better and the cost is getting lower and those things are probably what’s working against the [security] community,” said Sean Nikkel, senior cyber threat intel analyst at Digital Shadows.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 1, 2021

To minimize the reputational damage from this attack, the firm offered 2-years of complimentary access to credit monitoring, fraud consultation, and identity theft restoration services for affected individuals. . Now It’s crystal clear from just these few stories that the cyber threat to the legal sector is significant and growing.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

Different states have their own laws and statutes regulating the definition and disclosure of data breaches, so it is important for organizations to be aware of these standards in the event they are party to any type of cyber security incident. Supply chain security and third-party vulnerabilities.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 18, 2022

Last week, the main segment on the Emmy winning show, “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” focused on Data Brokers. For over 20-minutes, John Oliver ripped into online data brokers’ “sprawling, unregulated ecosystem which can get really creepy, really fast.” The segment would have been much funnier, if it wasn’t so true.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Winning the ongoing battle against cybercrime and criminals starts with understanding the nature of the threats and how to combat them. How high is your business’ cyber threat intelligence ? What is Cyber Threat Intelligence? Business Threat Statistics You Should Know. Keep everything in context.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Identity theft will evolve: Stolen identities will fuel new fraud schemes, like creating crypto accounts in victims names. Critical infrastructure in the crosshairs: Rising geopolitical tensions could lead to threat actors demonstrating their capabilities in response to economic or political pressures.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

A new report from cyber firm KELA exposes a massive surge in infostealer malware, which has compromised 3.9 Researchers warn that stolen login data is fueling cybercrime, putting both individuals and businesses at risk. billion credentials from millions of infected devices. million devices in 2024. What is infostealer malware?

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Adam Levin

MARCH 2, 2020

And it wasn’t because the media paid more attention to this relative newcomer in the area of cybercrime. The best defense is to practice good cyber hygiene, back up data, keep systems patched and up-to-date, and invest in workplace training to identify phishing emails and other suspicious behavior. 1 Cyber Threat This Year.

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