Mastercard Strengthens Cybersecurity with $2.65 Billion Acquisition of Recorded Future
Mastercard has announced a significant expansion of its cybersecurity services by acquiring global threat intelligence company Recorded Future for $2.65 billion from Insight Partners. This move aims to enhance the tools and insights necessary to secure the digital economy, not just within the payments ecosystem but across various industries.
FBI, CISA, and DoD Warn of Continued Iranian Cyber Threats Targeting U.S. and Global Organizations
The FBI, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) have issued a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) to alert network defenders that Iran-based cyber actors continue to target organizations in the U.S. and abroad as of August 2024. These attacks have impacted a wide range of sectors, including education, finance, healthcare, defense, and local governments in the U.S., as well as organizations in Israel, Azerbaijan, and the United Arab Emirates.
White House Urges Network Operators to Strengthen BGP Security
The White House’s cybersecurity office is urging network operators to bolster the security of the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), a crucial yet vulnerable technology that routes internet traffic.
Sophisticated Malware Campaign “Voldemort” Targets Over 70 Global Organizations
In a startling development in the cybersecurity landscape, researchers have uncovered a highly sophisticated malware campaign, aptly named "Voldemort," that has already compromised over 70 organizations worldwide. This campaign, distinguished by its advanced techniques and stealthy execution, is believed to be primarily focused on espionage and intelligence gathering rather than financial theft.
How Python's Windows Apps Open Doors for Credential Thieves
Researchers at Horizon3.ai have uncovered a significant security flaw in Python applications running on Windows that could enable hackers to pilfer NTLM credentials. NTLM, short for NT Lan Manager, is an old-school authentication protocol still prevalent in many Windows setups.
FAA Proposes New Cybersecurity Rules to Safeguard Aircraft Systems Against Digital Threats
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed new rules to enhance the cybersecurity of airplanes, engines, and propellers, addressing the growing interconnectivity of aircraft systems.
Cybercriminals Exploit Fake Banking Apps: How PWAs Are Tricking iOS and Android Users
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are websites designed to look and feel like native apps, which can be installed on devices without users realizing they are third-party applications.
Cybercrime Kingpin Arrested in Spain for Global Ransomware and Exploit Kit Operations
In July 2023, Maksim Silnikau, a 38-year-old Belarusian also known as Maksym Silnikov, was arrested in Estepona, Spain. The arrest was part of a coordinated operation involving the Guardia Civil, the UK's National Crime Agency, and US authorities. Silnikau, along with his associates, is accused of creating and distributing notorious ransomware like Reveton and Ransom Cartel, as well as exploit kits such as Angler, which have extorted millions globally.
