Security Affairs

OCTOBER 16, 2021

The operators behind the infamous TrickBot (ITG23 and Wizard Spider) malware have resurfaced with new distribution channels to deliver malicious payloads, such as Conti ransomware. TrickBot is a popular banking Trojan that has been around since October 2016, its authors have continuously upgraded it by implementing new features.

Malware 135

Malware Cybercrime DDOS Social Engineering 135

The Last Watchdog

MAY 15, 2023

These include ransomware targeting backend servers, distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, destructive malware, and even weaponizing charging stations to deploy malware. Notably, in 2016, Nissan suspended a remote telematics system in its all-electric hatchback, the Leaf, due to a vulnerability in the NissanConnect app’s server.

Malware 230

Malware Manufacturing IoT Software 230

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Dark web services: DDoS attacks, botnets, and zero-day IoT vulnerabilities Of all IoT-related services offered on the dark web, DDoS attacks are worth examining first. See translation I’m the world’s best-known DDoS attacker for hire (getting ahead of myself here). Our advantages: 1. Tested, tried.

IoT 133

IoT DDOS Passwords Malware 133

Malwarebytes

JUNE 8, 2022

There are dozens of Linux malware families out there today threatening SMBs with anything from ransomware to DDoS attacks. QNAPCrypt is ransomware that specifically targets Linux-based NAS (Network Attached Storage) servers. If so, you better watch out for Cheerscrypt, another Linux-based ransomware. Cloud Snooper.

Malware 127

Malware IoT DDOS Firewall 127

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2018

Related: Why cryptojacking is more insidious than ransomware. However, closer inspection reveals how cryptojacking morphed out of the ransomware plague of 2015 and 2016. Here are excerpts edited for clarity and length: LW: Is there a connection between cryptojacking and ransomware? It was mostly a consumer attack.

Cryptocurrency 176

Cryptocurrency Ransomware Passwords Malware 176

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

1) The release also cites possible “DDoS attacks” on Ukraine’s allies, Poland, and unnamed Baltic nations. Blackcat, a cybercriminal ransomware group, hit Italy’s GSE energy agency last summer, stealing 700 gigabits of data ( 15 ). DDoS attacks, mentioned in the alert, are another threat to disruption for energy enterprises and more.

Energy and Utilities 127

Energy and Utilities DDOS Government Malware 127

Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

According to a 2016 survey conducted by Ponemon Institute, 22% of businesses blamed cyberattacks on insiders. If an employee is tricked by a malicious link in a phishing email, they might unleash a ransomware attack on their small business. DDoS Attacks. Lack of Cybersecurity Knowledge.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity DDOS Small Business Phishing 98

CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 11, 2022

From March this year, Moscow indulged in disinformation spread, DDoS attacks on Ukraine and other hacktivists related campaigns. To those unaware of the past developments, Russia’s cyber forces used similar wiper software against Ukraine in 2016 and 2017 during NotPetya and Industroyer cyber incidents.

Cyber Attacks 87

Cyber Attacks Malware DDOS Software 87

SecureWorld News

APRIL 4, 2022

One common type of cybersecurity issue organizations face is ransomware. Leakware is a potent, dangerous form of ransomware that emerged in 2019. It's slightly different from a standard ransomware attack—encrypting a user's files is a secondary concern. Before leakware came doxware, which was popular in 2016 and 2017.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Digital transformation Phishing Small Business 98

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. . · Firefox DoS issue crashes the browser and sometimes the Windows OS. · Akamai Report: Credential stuffing attacks are a growing threat. · Bitcoin Core Team fixes a critical DDoS flaw in wallet software. · SHEIN Data breach affected 6.42

Data breaches 90

Data breaches IoT Advertising Banking 90

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 6, 2019

Ten hospitals in Alabama and Australia have been hit with ransomware attacks. Zendesk 2016 security breach may impact Uber, Slack, and other organizations. Dutch police shut down bulletproof service hosting tens of DDoS botnets. FBI warns about high-impact Ransomware attacks on U.S. Organizations.

IoT 87

IoT Cyber Attacks Advertising DDOS 87

Herjavec Group

AUGUST 26, 2021

2000 — Mafiaboy — 15-year-old Michael Calce, aka MafiaBoy, a Canadian high school student, unleashes a DDoS attack on several high-profile commercial websites including Amazon, CNN, eBay and Yahoo! The DDoS attack is part of a political activist movement against the church called “Project Chanology.” billion dollars in damages.

Cybercrime 135

Cybercrime Computers and Electronics Banking Hacking 135

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Ransomware. A ransomware attack occurs when cybercriminals hold website’s files hostage by encrypting or deleting them, and demanding payment in exchange for the key. High-profile ransomware attacks typically target enterprises and large corporations, but it’s not uncommon for small businesses to fall victim as well.

Small Business 98

Small Business DDOS Malware Phishing 98

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2022

interests in the 2016 elections. In a few cases, proxy groups (such as the leading ransomware group Conti) were also involved,” the report said. The attacks on Estonia were DDOS attacks that brought down Internet infrastructure and major websites in the country. No war was declared, and Russia denied involvement. But the U.S.

Insurance 95

Insurance Cyber Attacks Government Marketing 95

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

This does not mean actors are not actively seeking to up their technological impact, including aggressively pursuing ransomware methods. Simultaneously, however, we have seen some indication that Iran is conducting more aggressive operations designed to disrupt their target's networks and day-to-day operations, including through ransomware.".

Government 98

Government Social Engineering DDOS Engineering 98

SecureList

JANUARY 23, 2023

What threats security operations centers will face in 2023 Ransomware will increasingly destroy data instead of encrypting it Cyberspace reflects the global agenda, and geopolitical turbulence influences the attack surface. That’s why in 2023 we can expect the echoes of cyberwarfare to continue reverberating.

Government 122

Government Media Social Engineering Ransomware 122

NopSec

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

The year 2016 will be remembered for some big moments in the world of cybersecurity: the largest known distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, a phishing attack on a United States presidential candidate’s campaign, and ransomware attacks on major healthcare organizations are just a few. Ransomware The U.S.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity DDOS IoT Social Engineering 40

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Malware & Ransomware Malware, including ransomware, is another major threat to the banking sector. Ransomware, in particular, locks users out of their own systems or data while attackers demand a ransom to restore access. Malware is malicious software that can infect bank systems, steal data, or even shut down operations.

Banking 97

Banking Identity Theft DDOS Cyber threats 97

eSecurity Planet

JULY 28, 2021

In the recent case of the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack , the Department of Justice and FBI were able to recover a majority of the crypto-payment made to the DarkSide ransomware group. DDoS: Overwhelming the Network. This functionality makes forging a record in a blockchain ledger extremely difficult at best. Chronicled.

Cybersecurity 136

Cybersecurity Cryptocurrency Technology Energy and Utilities 136

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 26, 2022

The Cisco Secure portfolio is massive, including next-generation firewalls (NGFW), MFA, vulnerability management, and DDoS protection. billion in 2016. Almost 40 years after its start in Silicon Valley, Cisco remains one of the top IT and cybersecurity solution providers in the world. Gigamon ThreatINSIGHT Features. Exeon Analytics.

Artificial Intelligence 113

Artificial Intelligence Network Security Firewall Architecture 113

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

Between high-profile ransomware attacks and mergers, it is a time of high stakes and great change for the industry. But constant breaches of organizations large and small, and a trail of victims to ransomware and phishing opened a massive opportunity. Founded: 2016. Microsoft has quietly built up a large security portfolio.

Cybersecurity 145

Cybersecurity Firewall Marketing Encryption 145

SecureList

MAY 27, 2022

We attribute the campaign, named SnatchCrypto, to the BlueNoroff APT group, the threat actor behind the 2016 attack on Bangladesh’s central bank. Subsequently, DDoS attacks hit some government websites. The campaign has two goals: gathering information and stealing cryptocurrency.

Phishing 132

Phishing Spyware Firmware Malware 132

SecureList

JULY 28, 2022

For instance, back in 2016, Democratic National Committee chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz resigned following an extensive email leak from WikiLeaks. For cybercriminals, leaks are typically used in conjunction with ransomware attacks, where a company’s data is encrypted and held for ransom.

Malware 145

Malware Firmware Phishing Cryptocurrency 145

ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 5, 2021

In 2016, the Mirai IoT botnet shut down part of the internet, yet variations still plague us today. That would make this denial of service attack roughly twice as powerful as any similar previously recorded DDoS attack at the time. Maybe our current approach to IoT botnets isn’t working? terabits per second.

IoT 52

IoT DDOS Malware Internet 52

Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

NHS Moorfields Hospital in Dubai Suffers Ransomware Attack One of the top breaches to hit the UAE targeted the NHS Moorfield Hospital located in Dubai. The ransomware attack copied and encrypted 60 GB of internal information, including ID cards, internal memos, and hospital call logs.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Banking Antivirus Education 52

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 11, 2021

As cyberattacks increase in volume and severity, the number of businesses selecting cyber insurance has surged from 26% in 2016 to 47% in 2020. In Q3 2021, Cloudflare automatically mitigated one of the world’s largest DDoS attacks that hit a customer in the financial services industry.

Cyber Insurance 52

Cyber Insurance Insurance Cyber Risk Risk 52

SecureList

JULY 28, 2021

For example, April saw the active distribution of a new DDoS botnet called Simps — the name under which it introduced itself to owners of infected devices. The malware creators promoted their brainchild on a specially set-up YouTube channel and Discord server, where they discussed DDoS attacks.

DDOS 144

DDOS DNS IoT Marketing 144

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks cause problems for organizations of all sizes. To fight DDoS attacks, organizations and teams need to implement the three standard phases for any IT threat: preparation, reaction, and recovery. To skip ahead, click on the links: What is a DDoS Attack? Types of DDoS Attacks.

DDOS 144

DDOS DNS Firewall Internet 144

Spinone

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

For instance, DDOS attacks are effective because they send a barrage of requests that eventually overwhelm and take down the targeted servers. Leading offshore firm Appleby admitted it was the victim of a hack in 2016. Several law firms in British Columbia, Canada, were infected with ransomware.

Technology 40

Technology Energy and Utilities Authentication Banking 40

SecureList

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Of course, we should note that the opposite is also possible: for instance, starting in June 2016, but most notably since September 2016 all the way to December 2016, the Turla group intensified their satellite-based C&C registrations tenfold compared to its 2015 average. Some of them were particularly sophisticated.

DDOS 145

DDOS Ransomware Government Energy and Utilities 145

Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Press is great for raising awareness of the project, but it has also quite literally DDoS'd the service with the Martin Lewis Money Show in the UK knocking it offline in 2016. No, for real, I learned some really valuable lessons from that experience which, of course, I shared in a blog post.

Data breaches 364

Data breaches Passwords Internet Internet 364

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Ransomware. Attackers often use botnets to send out spam or phishing campaigns to carry out distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. In 2016, the Mirai botnet attack left most of the eastern U.S. Unlike ransomware, it might be a criminal operation that does not involve the collection of a ransom. Ransomware.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 3, 2022

These risks have become even more pronounced as ransomware attacks reach record-breaking highs. In 2016, Mirai compromised as many as 2.5 million IoT devices (predominately IP security cameras with default settings) to launch some of the largest and most disruptive distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks of all time.

IoT 190

IoT Identity Theft Ransomware Technology 190

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Malware can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans).

Cyber threats 113

Cyber threats Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. Malware can be categorized based on how it behaves (adware, spyware and ransomware), and how it propagates from one victim to another (viruses, worms and trojans).

Malware 107

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Spyware 107

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here.

Healthcare 98

Healthcare Data breaches Malware DDOS 98

Anton on Security

JUNE 10, 2022

An anti-DDoS vendor promised “better zero trust visibility.” What about things not seen or seen less : maybe it is just me, these below I’ve seen less than I expected: Ransomware : perhaps vendors now assume that by the time their tools are purchased and deployed this will be a solved problem. Yet another proclaimed that ZTNA 1.1

Firewall 191

Firewall Marketing VPN Password Management 191