Krebs on Security

AUGUST 6, 2020

In June, KrebsOnSecurity was contacted by a cybersecurity researcher who discovered that a group of scammers was sharing highly detailed personal and financial records on Americans via a free web-based email service that allows anyone who knows an account’s username to view all email sent to that account — without the need of a password.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

According to new research from Malwarebytes, people see this election season as a particularly risky time for their online privacy and cybersecurity. The electoral process is (forgive us) a lot like cybersecurity: It scares people, it’s hopelessly baroque, and, through a lack of participation, it can produce unwanted results.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 27, 2020

Ngo was recently deported back to his home country after serving more than seven years in prison for running multiple identity theft services. One of the names of his identity theft services was findget[.]me,” He now says he wants to use his experience to convince other cybercriminals to use their skills for good.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Cybercrime is going up, not down, every year, despite the tens of billions of dollars companies invest in shoring up their information infrastructure. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, 2021 was a record year for data breaches. The post 4 Ways IP Data Can Help Fight Cybercrime appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 19, 2025

billion distinct identity records and over 750+ billion total stolen assets that are now circulating in the criminal underground, fueling identity-based cybercrime. About SpyCloud: SpyCloud transforms recaptured darknet data to disrupt cybercrime.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2021

During the coronavirus pandemic, there’s been a direct correlation with the rise of online activity, data breaches and identity theft. As many Americans’ personally identifiable information goes digital, it’s becoming increasingly vulnerable to hacks and theft by cybercriminals who profit from access to online accounts.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

ConnectOnCall hired cybersecurity experts, took its product offline, and began restoring it in a secure environment. The company notified law enforcement and started notifying impacted individuals offering them identity and credit monitoring services. Federal law enforcement was also notified.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 15, 2023

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released its 2022 Internet Crime Report , which reveals the trends and impacts of cybercrime in the United States. The report shows that phishing schemes were the most common type of cybercrime reported by victims in 2022, with 300,497 complaints. The full report can be accessed here.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 21, 2021

Department of Justice announced that Swiss hacker Till Kottmann, 21, has been indicted for conspiracy, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft. The DoJ announced this week that Till Kottmann was indicted for computer intrusion and identity and data theft activities spanning 2019 to the present. . . Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

And get the latest on ransomware trends and on cybercrime legislation and prevention! Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) called buffer overflow vulnerabilities unforgivable defects that put national and economic security at risk. This week, the U.S.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 9, 2022

These scams take advantage of seniors’ lack of computer and cybersecurity knowledge. Identity-theft. Identity theft can happen online, over the phone, or without the victim’s knowledge by stealing the victim’s information. They can either use the data to charge the services or steal the cash.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2025

Upon discovery of this incident, Wolf Haldenstein promptly took steps to secure its network and engaged a specialized cybersecurity firm to investigate the nature and scope of the incident. The law firm recommends individuals to monitor accounts and credit reports for identity theft or fraud.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 30, 2025

In a coordinated international effort, law enforcement agencies from the United States, Europe, and Australia have dismantled Cracked and Nulled, two of the world's largest cybercrime marketplaces. By dismantling these two major forums, law enforcement agencies have disrupted a global supply chain of cybercrime tools.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

authorities arrested a 19-year-old Florida man charged with wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiring with others to use SIM-swapping to steal cryptocurrency. “Brickings” are among the “violence-as-a-service” offerings broadly available on many cybercrime channels. 9, 2024, U.S.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 19, 2023

That breach came to light after a hacker began selling the records on a cybercrime forum. The company pledged to spend $150 million of that money toward beefing up its own cybersecurity. Data stolen and exposed in this breach may also be used for identity theft.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. For over 25 years, Webroot has been on the front lines of cybersecurity, protecting millions of people and businesses from evolving threats. But as technology advances, so do the threats.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 24, 2024

Russia and Ukraine topped a list of cybercrime-producing nations, followed by China and the United States, with African nation Nigeria rounding out the top five. Among Top Cybercrime Nations appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post Nigeria, Romania, Russia, U.S.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 10, 2021

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the theme for 2021 is “Do Your Part. There’s never been a better time than right now to review the processes you have in place to avoid the latest cybersecurity risks lurking in the corners of our everyday digital lives. Identity Theft & Credit Report Monitoring.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This drives public awareness of the risks associated with identity theft. As a result, many people rush to protect themselves by subscribing to services that offer credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and fraud alerts. There is little doubt that high-profile breaches like this will persist.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

“The City of Columbus’ continuing investigation of a July 18 cybersecurity incident has found that a foreign cyber threat actor attempted to disrupt the city’s IT infrastructure, in a possible effort to deploy ransomware and solicit a ransom payment from the city. ” reported Tech Crunch. .”

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

While initially popularized in entertainment and satire, cybercriminals now weaponize this technology for fraud, identity theft, and corporate deception. Deepfakes involve AI-generated synthetic media that convincingly mimics real individuals' voices and faces.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

31 , 2023 – IDIQ ®, a leader in financial and identity protection, today announced it has joined the board of the Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to growing the regional cyber economy and creating a more secure digital community for all. Scheumack began his career serving in the U.S.

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SecureBlitz

AUGUST 5, 2024

In today's digital age, identity theft and cybercrime have become increasingly prevalent threats. appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Here are five notable historical events that influenced cybersecurity assessment and transformed it into what it is today: The Battle of Midway (1942). The news of this fast-spreading computer virus dominated headlines, and the creator, Onel de Guzman, was arrested for committing this cybercrime. Lessons learned.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The security firm CrowdStrike dubbed the group “ Scattered Spider ,” a recognition that the MGM hackers came from different hacker cliques scattered across an ocean of Telegram and Discord servers dedicated to financially-oriented cybercrime. ” Beige members were implicated in two stories published here in 2020.

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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. The landscape of cybersecurity laws and regulations today is set to undergo significant changes, impacting businesses, government entities, and individuals alike.

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SecureBlitz

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The omnipresent threats of identity theft, fraud, and cybercrime underscore the necessity of understanding identity protection. This comprehensive article aims to […] The post Identity Protection Explained in Fewer than 140 Characters appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In the age of data, with organizations creating trillions of gigabytes of new information each year, it’s easy to think of cybersecurity as a mere synonym for “data protection.” But cybersecurity is so much more. The cybersecurity stakes are higher than ever and growing by the day. How big is the impact of cybercrime?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Now, cybersecurity may just be the most important aspect of financial technology (fintech) in the modern world. New users unfamiliar with cybersecurity concerns can inadvertently expose their data. Fraud and identity theft are on the rise, with online shopping hacks and COVID-related scams popular among cybercriminals. .

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Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2024

“On or about December 24, 2023, the Ohio Lottery detected unauthorized access to our internal office network as a result of a cybersecurity incident that resulted in the exposure of the data we maintain. ” Ohio Lottery is providing impacted individuals free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX. .

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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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Security Affairs

JUNE 9, 2024

The company launched an investigation into the security breach with the help of leading cybersecurity experts and started operations to contain the incident. Based on our investigation, we have determined that the third party was likely a cybercrime group, which gained access to, among other information, personally identifiable information.”

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2023

More than 22,000 users of Blink Mobility should take the necessary steps to protect themselves against the risk of identity theft. The exposed information could enable malicious actors to carry out identity theft, phishing attacks, unauthorized access to users’ accounts, and other nefarious actions. “In

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Security Affairs

MARCH 20, 2025

The Pennsylvania State Education Association promptly launched an investigation into the security breach with the help of cybersecurity experts. PSEA also notified law enforcement. PSEA is updating policies, boosting security, and enhancing monitoring to prevent breaches and strengthen data protection. ” continues the notification.

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IT Security Guru

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The IT Security Guru caught up with Tarnveer Singh a CISO and finalist in the Security Serious Unsung Heroes Awards 2023 for his thoughts on how to get more professionals involved in the cybersecurity industry: There are many ways we can inspire new cybersecurity professionals to join our industry. Luckily, I was very determined.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The healthcare provider promptly secured its infrastructure with the help of a specialized third-party cybersecurity firm. You should also promptly report any fraudulent activity or any suspected incidents of identity theft to proper law enforcement authorities. Utah Imaging Associates also notified the U.S. Pierluigi Paganini.

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SecureBlitz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

These profiles are often created for various malicious purposes, such as identity theft, online scams, cyberbullying, and misinformation spreading. Detecting […] The post How to Detect Fake Social Media Profiles appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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