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Analysis

Akira Ransomware: Who is behind the hacker group?

Akira (or Akira Ransomware) is fast becoming one of the fastest growing ransomware families, utilizing a double extortion tactic, a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) distribution model and unique payment options.
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Hackers prefer to steal passwords with this malware

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Password-related cyberattacks through malware infections are at the top of the list of the most popular attacks. Nearly 31 percent of all security breaches analyzed by the Verizon DBIR team since 2013 have been related to stolen credentials.
New malware discovered

EU ATM malware to steal money from European ATMs

A new threat has emerged on the cybercrime scene that is specifically targeting ATMs in Europe and could therefore endanger the entire banking industry. The malware, known as “EU ATM Malware”, was recently offered for sale on a hacker forum.
10 international arrest warrants, 4 arrests

BKA: Biggest blow to date against global cybercrime

Investigators are talking about the biggest strike against cyber criminals: more than 100 servers have been confiscated and 1300 domains put out of operation in an operation in several countries worldwide.
Akamai study

DDoS attacks increase the most in EMEA

Akamai Technologies, provider of web, cloud and security solutions, has presented its new “State of the Internet” report. This shows that the number of DDoS attacks is increasing most rapidly in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa).
The invisible danger

FBI warns: Fake file converters spread malware

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More and more free file converters on the Internet are turning out to be treacherous traps. The FBI warns of manipulated online tools that not only convert files, but also smuggle malware or even ransomware onto victims’ computers. Converters for documents, music files and file mergers are particularly affected.
Targeted phishing campaigns

Medusa ransomware attacks escalating in 2025

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Medusa ransomware has posed a growing threat to companies worldwide since the beginning of 2025. Check Point warns of the increasing activity of this hacker group.
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New variants of SparrowDoor

New attacks from Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow

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After a long period of dormancy, the Chinese hacker group FamousSparrow is active again. According to the IT security company ESET, the group has become increasingly dangerous and has deployed new, sophisticated espionage tools.
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Thousands of TP-Link Archer routers as target

New IoT botnet “Ballista” attacks TP-Link routers

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Security researchers from the threat research team at Cato Networks have identified a new threat: the IoT botnet “Ballista”. This malware exploits a serious vulnerability in TP-Link Archer routers to spread unhindered across the internet.
Hackers infiltrate over 330 malicious apps into Google Play

Stealth malware: Over 60 million Android users affected

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Cyber criminals have managed to bypass Android’s security mechanisms and infect over 60 million users worldwide with malware. Experts from Bitdefender Labs discovered a large-scale malware campaign with over 330 infected apps.
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Ransomware group develops brute force framework

Automated attacks: BlackBasta relies on “BRUTED”

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The ransomware group BlackBasta has developed a powerful tool to automate brute force attacks on edge network devices such as firewalls and VPNs. The framework, called “BRUTED”, allows attackers to crack targeted credentials and scale ransomware attacks on vulnerable networks.
Cyber espionage on a new level

SideWinder now also attacks nuclear power plants

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The notorious advanced persistent threat (APT) group SideWinder has refined its attack tactics and significantly expanded its geographical reach. According to recent analyses by Kaspersky, the group is now specifically targeting nuclear power plants and energy facilities.
Cybersecurity Alert

What is Spear Phishing and why are Businesses Prime Targets?

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Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, and one of the most dangerous tactics they use against businesses is spear phishing. Unlike traditional phishing, which involves sending mass emails to random recipients, spear phishing is highly targeted.
On the Trail of a Cybercrime Titan

Who is IntelBroker? The Phantom Behind the Mega-Breaches

Intelbroker
He is one of the most colorful figures in the hacker scene: IntelBroker repeatedly makes headlines with spectacular attacks on well-known companies. But who is this hacker? What motivates him? And what’s next for us?
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