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Crazy Evil gang runs over 10 highly specialized social media scams

Security Affairs

The Russian-speaking Crazy Evil group runs over 10 social media scams, tricking victims into installing StealC, AMOS, and Angel Drainer malware. These factors make it a persistent cyber threat. The cybercrime gang focused on targeting the Web3 and decentralized finance industry.

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News alert: INE Security shares cyber hygiene guidance for small- and medium-sized businesses

The Last Watchdog

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. 2 – Keeping the files on 2 different media types to protect against different types of hazards. Cary, NC, Oct. 1 – Storing 1 copy offsite (e.g.,

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How threat actors can use generative artificial intelligence?

Security Affairs

Unfortunately, its misuse by malicious actors is altering the cyber threat landscape. Deepfakes are media content—such as videos, images, or audio—created using GAI to realistically manipulate faces, voices, or even entire events. An example of this misuse is the creation of fraudulent social media profiles using GAI.

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Operation Secure: INTERPOL dismantles 20,000+ malicious IPs in major cybercrime crackdown

Security Affairs

Meanwhile, Hong Kong Police analyzed over 1,700 intel items from INTERPOL, uncovering 117 command-and-control servers used for phishing, fraud, and social media scams. INTERPOL continues to support practical, collaborative action against global cyber threats. said Neal Jetton, INTERPOL’s Director of Cybercrime.

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Threat Landscape Report: Uncovering Critical Cyber Threats to Hospitality and Recreation

Digital Shadows

Lets dive into the key findings from this period and explore how organizations in this sector can strengthen their defenses against rising cyber threats. The gambling subsector was hit hardest, followed by the music, media, and tourism industries.

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News alert: CyTwist launches threat detection engine tuned to identify AI-driven malware in minutes

The Last Watchdog

Key recommendations include: Adopting Advanced Detection Technologies: Traditional detection tools are not always sufficient defense against the dynamic nature of modern cyber threats. Prioritized Rapid Detection and Response: Speed is critical when responding to AI-driven threats.

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Honeywell Report OT Under Siege

SecureWorld News

The Honeywell 2025 Cyber Threat Report delivers a sobering snapshot of today's industrial cybersecurity landscape: cyberattacks targeting operational technology (OT) environments are no longer rare or speculative—they're persistent, highly targeted, and increasingly sophisticated. OT defenders must plan for: Hybrid threats (e.g.,