Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The July 2024 ransomware attack that hit the City of Columbus, Ohio, exposed the personal and financial data of 500,000 individuals. On July 29, 2024, the City published an update on the City’s website and confirmed that the City of Columbus suffered a ransomware attack. The gang claimed they had stolen databases containing 6.5

Ransomware

Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2025

. “In this scenario, criminals use free online document converter tools to load malware onto victims computers, leading to incidents such as ransomware.” They can also steal personal data, banking details, cryptocurrency info, emails, and passwords by scraping the files the users upload. ” continues the alert.

Malware

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Stolen information offered for sale on the carding website included bank account, credit card, and debit card numbers and associated information for conducting transactions. PopeyeTools was a dark web marketplace specializing in selling stolen credit cards and cybercrime tools, facilitating fraud and illicit online activities since 2016.

Cybercrime

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Plus, Europol offers best practices for banks to adopt quantum-resistant cryptography. And get the latest on ransomware trends and on cybercrime legislation and prevention! A trend that developed last year was the increasing interest among ransomware gangs on swiping data, not just locking it up in exchange for payment.

Banking

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

The New York Blood Center faced a ransomware attack on Sunday, forcing the healthcare organization to reschedule appointments. The New York Blood Center suffered a ransomware attack on Sunday, causing appointment rescheduling. The New York Blood Center (NYBC) is a community, nonprofit blood bank based in New York City.

Ransomware

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 27, 2025

In May, UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty estimated that the ransomware attack compromised the data of a third of US individuals when he testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill. The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group claimed the initial attack.

Data breaches

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 24, 2025

Plus, the EUs DORA cyber rules for banks go into effect. And get the latest on ransomware trends; CIS Benchmarks; and data privacy. NCC Group, which has been tracking ransomware activity since 2021, said it tallied the most attacks ever during December, which is usually a quieter month for ransomware attacks.

Banking

Security Boulevard

APRIL 15, 2025

The recent ransomware breach tied to ICICI Bankclaimed by the LockBit grouphas raised fresh concerns about the fragility of digital ecosystems and third-party risk. The post ICICI Bank Ransomware Breach: A Stark Reminder of Supply Chain Risk and the Need for Real-Time Cyber Vigilance appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Banking

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A ransomware attack against the City of Columbus, Ohio—which drew public scrutiny following the city government’s attempt to silence a researcher who told the public about the attack—has received a little more detail from an unexpected source: The Attorney General for the state of Maine.

Data breaches

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Over 200,000 internal messages from the notorious ransomware group Black Basta have surfaced online exposing deep divisions, ransom negotiations, and internal dysfunction. Cybersecurity experts are now poring over the data, uncovering a rare inside look at how one of the most feared ransomware groups operates and potentially unravels.

Ransomware

The Last Watchdog

MAY 15, 2025

Once inside, they can disrupt operations, steal or sell data, launch fraudulent transactions, or install ransomware to demand payouts. In some cases, pre-built ransomware kits complete with instructions are sold for just a few hundred dollars. Carrying cyber insurance that covers downtime, breaches, and ransomware.

Small Business

Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

The ransomware group has since leaked the stolen data on its dark web leak site. Compromised data includes full names, contact details, ID numbers, banking information, drivers license numbers, medical records and passport details. Ransomware attacks on U.S. The gang claimed the theft of 2 TB of data. ” states the company.

Data breaches

Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2025

The FBI warned specifically about that malware leading to ransomware attacks, but we’ve also seen similar sites that install browser hijackers, adware, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs). Financial information, like your banking credentials and crypto wallets. Email addresses.

Malware

The Last Watchdog

JULY 17, 2025

Major contributors include: •Rathi Murthy, CTO of Varo Bank, Fmr. CTO of Expedia and Verizon •Rahul Kashyap, Fmr. CISO at Arista Networks •John Carse, Fmr. CISO at Dyson As the browser becomes the new endpoint, it has also become the single most common initial access point attackers use to target employees.

CISO

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Chinese threat actors use Quad7 botnet in password-spray attacks FBI arrested former Disney World employee for hacking computer menus and mislabeling allergy info Sophos details five years of China-linked threat actors’ activity targeting network devices worldwide PTZOptics cameras zero-days actively exploited in the wild New LightSpy spyware (..)

Cryptocurrency

Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Slim CD , Evolve Bank , Truist Bank , Prudential , and American Express. Ransomware incidents are also a big source of data breaches. When victims refuse to pay, the ransomware groups publish stolen data, as we saw with pharmacy chain Rite Aid. Financial information was leaked by MoneyGram.

Data breaches

Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2025

But that doesn’t take away from the fact that these credentials are in the hands of cybercriminals who can use them for: Account takeovers : Cybercriminals can use stolen credentials to hijack social media, banking, or corporate accounts. Identity theft : Personal details enable fraud, loan applications, or impersonation.

Identity Theft

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Hackers stole millions of dollars from Uganda Central Bank International Press Newsletter Cybercrime INTERPOL financial crime operation makes record 5,500 arrests, seizures worth over USD 400 million Hackers Stole $1.49 Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

Artificial Intelligence

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Data breaches, ransomware attacks, and phishing schemes have become common occurrences, affecting everything from small businesses to multinational corporations. The rise of ransomware, for instance, has resulted in widespread disruptions, forcing companies to invest heavily in cybersecurity solutions. trillion annually.

Cybersecurity

SecureList

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

More than 222,000 malicious and potentially unwanted installation packages were detected, of which: 17,822 were associated with mobile banking Trojans. 1576 packages were mobile ransomware Trojans. Mobile banking Trojans The third quarter saw detected mobile banking Trojans installation packages reach a total of 17,822.

Mobile

SecureWorld News

APRIL 3, 2025

Then came the inevitable: a ransomware attack that encrypted patient records, forced appointment cancellations for three weeks, and ultimately cost more than $12 million in recovery costs, regulatory fines, and lost revenue. I worked with a bank CISO who was struggling to get approval for a cloud security program.

Ransomware

Security Affairs

MAY 27, 2025

Nova Scotia Power confirms it was hit by a ransomware attack but hasn’t paid the ransom, nearly a month after first disclosing the cyberattack. Nova Scotia Power confirmed it was hit by a ransomware attack nearly a month after disclosing a cyber incident. The company revealed it hasnt paid the ransom. Nova Scotia Power Inc.

Energy and Utilities

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The cybersecurity regulations apply to entities overseen by the NYDFS, such as financial institutions, insurance companies, agents, and brokers, as well as banks, trusts, mortgage lenders and brokers, money transmitters, check cashers, and other related businesses. Human error was the leading cause of cloud-based data breaches.

Financial Services

SecureWorld News

MAY 14, 2025

Critical infrastructure under siege: The healthcare and public health sector was the most targeted by ransomware attackers in 2023. Ransomware The IC3 recognized 67 new ransomware variants in 2024. domestic bank to finalize the closing.

Cybercrime

IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Lateral Movement: Once inside, crooks may escalate privileges, exfiltrate sensitive data, or deploy ransomware and other malicious tools. Cyber crooks often bank on organisations thinking of MFA as a silver bullet for account security, but it isnt.

Social Engineering

Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Sarcoma Ransomware Unveiled: Anatomy of a Double Extortion Gang RVTools Bumblebee Malware Attack How a Trusted IT Tool Became a Malware Delivery Vector Malicious Checker Packages on PyPI Probe TikTok and Instagram for (..)

Malware

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

Malware

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. It combines multiple security capabilities into one easy-to-use package that includes: Antivirus protection Detects and neutralizes viruses, malware , spyware , and ransomware.

Antivirus

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

MOVEit, a file transfer software developed by Progress Software, was exploited by the Cl0p ransomware group, which used a Zero-Day vulnerability to steal sensitive data from organizations using the software. Bank, HP, Delta Airlines, Leidos, Charles Schwab, 3M, and hundreds more. Public advisories: The U.S.

Data breaches

Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2025

At this time, no ransomware groups have claimed responsibility for an attack. The ransomware group has since leaked the stolen data on its dark web leak site. The ransomware group has since leaked the stolen data on its dark web leak site. The gang claimed the theft of 2 TB of data.

Data breaches

SecureList

DECEMBER 16, 2024

For example, we supported INTERPOL-coordinated action to disrupt the Grandoreiro malware operation, helped counter cybercrime during the 2024 Olympics , and contributed to Operation Synergia II , which aimed to disrupt cyberthreats such as targeted phishing, ransomware, and infostealers. times compared to 2023.

Marketing

Security Boulevard

JUNE 19, 2025

Whether it’s ransomware paralyzing critical services or cryptographic vulnerabilities quietly eroding trust, disruptions are no longer rare—they’re systemic. Today’s financial systems are highly digital and deeply interconnected. That’s great until something breaks.

Banking

Security Boulevard

JUNE 27, 2025

Plus, get the latest on ransomware trends, the quantum computing cyber threat and more! That’s according to NCC Group’s “ Cyber Threat Intelligence Report – Review of May 2025 ,” published this week, which also cited geopolitical conflicts and emerging ransomware groups as signs of heightened risk. Check out the U.S.

Cyber threats

Security Affairs

JUNE 30, 2025

A ransomware attack on grocery giant Ahold Delhaize led to a data breach that affected more than 2.2 A ransomware attack on Dutch grocery giant Ahold Delhaize has led to a data breach affecting over 2.2 million people. million people. Ahold Delhaize is a Dutch-Belgian multinational retail and wholesale holding company.

Data breaches

SecureList

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Prevented ransomware attacks on the computers of 303,298 unique users. Prevented the launch of banking, ATM or PoS malware on the devices of 208,323 users. Detected 85,013,784 unique malicious URLs. Blocked 72,194,144 unique malicious objects with the help of Web Anti-Virus components.

Mobile

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The data breach did not expose passwords, merchant logins, full card numbers, bank details, or Social Security numbers. GrubHub has not disclosed whether it was targeted by a ransomware attack, and as of this writing, no known ransomware group has claimed responsibility.

Data breaches

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Rhode Island disclosed in December that a ransomware attack had resulted in a data breach of its RIBridges social services database, exposing personal data of about 650,000 residents that included Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and individual bank account numbers.

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