Scattered Spider Strikes With Attacks on U.S. Insurance Firms
Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has issued a stark warning: the cybercriminal group known as Scattered Spider has shifted focus once again, this time toward U.S.-based insurance companies. Infamous for their high-profile breaches in the casino and retail sectors, this adaptable and increasingly aggressive group has now taken aim at a sector rich in sensitive data and operational vulnerabilities. Who Is
Fog Ransomware Turns Legitimate Tools Against Defenders
In May 2025, incident responders at a regional bank in Southeast Asia stumbled upon a ransomware intrusion that looked nothing like the smash‑and‑grab playbooks they were used to. Instead of Cobalt Strike, MimiKatz or custom droppers, the adversary - operators of the Fog ransomware - stitched together a workbench of legitimate admin utilities and niche open‑source red‑team projects. Because every binary
Rare Werewolf Targets Russian Devices for Crypto Mining
A stealthy cyber campaign called Rare Werewolf is silently siphoning computing power, and sensitive data from hundreds of devices across Russia. First observed in December 2024, this ongoing operation is targeting industrial organizations and engineering schools, with victims also reported in Belarus and Kazakhstan. Unlike the flashy ransomware attacks that dominate headlines, Rare Werewolf keeps a low profile. By blending
AT&T Data Breach Exposes 86 Million Records, Including SSNs
AT&T is under fire once again, but this time, it’s not just about poor service or billing issues – they suffered a data breach. In a deeply troubling turn of events, the personal data of approximately 86 million current and former customers has been leaked online, including an estimated 44 million Social Security Numbers (SSNs) in decrypted form. The breach
Play Ransomware Breaches 900 Victims Worldwide, FBI Confirms
The FBI, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) have issued a joint advisory revealing that the Play ransomware group (also known as Playcrypt) has compromised over 900 organizations globally as of May 2025. This marks a sharp increase from the 300 known victims in October 2023, underscoring the escalating threat posed by the group.
Victoria’s Secret Cyberattack Shuts Down the Company Website
At the end of May 2025, Victoria’s Secret experienced a major cyberattack that forced the company to take its U.S. website offline. The sudden shutdown disrupted online shopping for millions of customers and caused ripple effects across its retail operations. Although the company has not shared specific details about the nature of the attack, the disruption suggests it may have
Dark Partners Cybercrime Gang Fuels AI and Crypto Heists
A new player has entered the cybercrime arena — and they’re not after just your passwords. The Dark Partners cybercrime gang is behind a sophisticated malware campaign that’s targeting users of AI tools, VPN services, and cryptocurrency platforms. By cloning popular websites like Windscribe, Ledger, and Sora, the gang lures victims into downloading malware disguised as legitimate software. The goal:
DragonForce Ransomware Hits MSPs via SimpleHelp
In a chilling reminder of the risks posed by insecure remote access tools, the ransomware group DragonForce has launched a sophisticated supply chain attack by exploiting critical vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp, a remote monitoring and management (RMM) platform widely used by Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The campaign, first uncovered by researchers at Group-IB, reveals how three recently discovered vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp
PumaBot Botnet Compromises Linux IoT Devices
A newly discovered botnet called PumaBot is making rounds in the cybersecurity world. Designed to infiltrate Linux-based systems, this malware takes a focused and stealthy approach, specifically targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices and surveillance systems through brute-force SSH attacks. Here’s a closer look at how PumaBot operates, what sets it apart from other botnets, and how you can protect
LexisNexis Data Breach Exposes Tons of Personal Information
One of the largest U.S. data brokers has confirmed a security breach that compromised names, Social Security numbers, and other sensitive data. LexisNexis Risk Solutions, a major player in the data brokerage industry, has disclosed a significant data breach. It exposed the personal information of more than 364,000 individuals. The breach occurred on December 25, 2024, and was only discovered
