Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Google Chrome, the most severe of which could allow for arbitrary code execution. Successful exploitation of the most severe of these vulnerabilities could allow for arbitrary code execution in the context of the logged on user.
National Public Data, a Florida-based company that aggregates consumers’ data to provide background checks, confirmed that they experienced a data breach. On April 7, the cybercriminal USDoD posted 2.9 billion rows of data on Breachforums for $3.5 million.
Employment scams are increasing, and scammers are devising new methods to target unsuspecting job seekers. Recently observed scams more frequently begin with a text message, initiating conversations about a potential job opportunity. The scammer claims to be a recruiter...
Businesses in the Information Technology sector act as critical service providers and part of a supply chain, store sensitive information, provide access to other accounts, and frequently engage with customers. Click here to learn more about these scams.
Ransomware remains a prevalent threat as threat actors use extortion tactics to pressure victim organizations to pay the ransom. They deny access to encrypted files, steal data, and threaten a data breach by posting on public ransomware leak sites or releasing the stolen data.
A sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Microsoft Teams was identified using the Tycoon 2FA Phish-kit phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform to steal session cookies and bypass two-factor authentication (2FA) protection. The victim is sent a link to a malicious phishing page.
The NJCCIC received reports involving elder fraud scams that reflect recent tactics observed by the FBI. The scammers typically employ a multi-layered approach, impersonating associates of a technology company, a financial institution, and US government officials.
As students, staff, and caregivers prepare for the new school year, so do cybercriminals. Schools often have limited resources, face persistent cyber threats, and are susceptible to physical hazards. These cyber threats can disrupt essential services and potentially compromise safety.
Recent ransomware attacks on OneBlood, Synnovis, and Octapharma by Russian cybercrime ransomware gangs have resulted in a massive disruption to patient care. On April 15, the BlackSuit ransomware group attacked blood plasma provider Octapharma.
Researchers reported a global spike in Magniber ransomware attacks targeting home users. Since July 20, one website received almost 720 submissions from infected users. Magniber was first discovered in 2017 and is believed to be a successor to Cerber ransomware.
