Cyber Attacks
Cyber Crime
The future of cyber threat intelligence lies in the synergy between human analysts and machine learning. Rather than a replacement ML serves as a powerful augmentation to human capabilities. This symbiotic relationship leverages the analytical power and speed of ML combined with the creative problem-solving, contextual understanding and ethical judgment of human analysts. Dive deeper into this symbiotic relationship in the full blog for additional insights.
Tech
In a significant development within the cybersecurity industry, Kaspersky Labs, a prominent Russian antivirus software provider, announced on July 20, 2024, that it will wind down its operations in the United States. This decision follows the Biden administration's move to ban the sale and distribution of Kaspersky products, citing national security concerns linked to Russia's influence over the company. This blog delves into the reasons behind this move, the impact on Kaspersky, and the broader implications for the cybersecurity landscape.
A honeypot is a cybersecurity mechanism that operates as a decoy, enticing malicious actors to interact with it in order to gather information about their activities and tactics. Essentially, it's a trap set up within a network to detect, deflect, or study unauthorized access attempts or cyber attacks. Honeypots are not part of the organization's actual production network but are instead isolated systems specifically designed to be probed, attacked, or compromised.
Welcome to the backbone of the internet - HTTP headers. In the vast universe of web communication, HTTP headers serve as the silent conductors orchestrating seamless interactions between clients and servers. They are the unsung heroes behind every webpage load, every API call, and every data exchange, silently ferrying crucial information across the digital realm.
Discover the identification of the LockBit ransomware gang leader, Microsoft's creation of an offline AI model for US intelligence, the US military's testing of armed robot dogs, and Dell's data breach impacting millions. Stay informed on these critical cybersecurity events and learn essential tips to enhance your online safety.
"C2 command and control" is a crucial term in cybersecurity, denoting to the infrastructure or the framework employed by attackers to remotely control compromised systems. This infrastructure operates in stealth mode, evading detection and empowering attackers to sustain continuous access to systems, steal data, , or execute malicious operations.
In the world of cybersecurity, payloads are vital for hackers to exploit weaknesses and sneak into computer systems without permission. Among the many methods hackers use, staged and non-staged payloads are two key strategies. In this blog, we'll dig into the details of staged and non-staged payloads, looking at how they work differently, what benefits they offer, and how they affect real-world situations.
Geopolitics
Sockpuppets are fake online identities created by individuals or groups to deceive others and manipulate online conversations or activities.
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, the emergence of hacking groups poses significant challenges to individuals and organizations worldwide. Among these threats is CoralRaider, a group believed to originate from Vietnam. With a primary motive of financial gain, CoralRaider has been targeting victims across several Asian countries since at least May 2023. The recent surge in their activities underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive data and mitigate potential risks.
5000 Indians enslaved in Cambodia's cyber underworld. Amid losses of Rs 500 crore, MHA strategizes rescue efforts. Unveil the plight of victims and the battle against exploitation.
Foreign Bulletin
Discover the shadowy world of APT31, a China's state-sponsored cyber juggernaut with a decade-long legacy of intrigue. From infiltrating critical infrastructure to mastering evasion tactics, they wield cyber warfare with unparalleled finesse, leaving no digital stone unturned. Dive deeper into their clandestine operations and unravel the mysteries of modern cyber espionage.
Recently, cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign leveraging HTML smuggling techniques to distribute AZORult, a notorious information stealer. This blog aims to dissect the intricacies of this campaign, shedding light on the modus operandi of cybercriminals.
In the realm of cyber threats, Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks stand out for their sophistication and devastating impact. However, the landscape of these attacks has evolved, with hackers now employing a chilling tactic – impersonating legitimate U.S. government agencies. Let's delve deeper into this unsettling trend and explore strategies to shield against such deceitful schemes.
U.S. DoJ, with FBI involvement, dismantles Warzone RAT infrastructure, arresting key operators Daniel Meli and Prince Onyeoziri Odinakachi. The malware-as-a-service model facilitated cybercrime, allowing remote access to victims' computers for data theft. Global cooperation was pivotal in this significant victory against cyber threats.