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US critical infrastructure could become casualty of Iran-Israel conflict
Researchers warn that Iran-aligned threat groups could soon target U.S. companies and individuals in cyber espionage or sabotage attacks.
By David Jones • June 16, 2025 -
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Cyberattacks top list of global business concerns, Kroll finds
Many companies feel unprepared to comply with global privacy and security rules, according to the advisory firm’s annual business sentiment survey.
By Eric Geller • June 13, 2025 -
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An esclation of cyber risks facing businesses and government has made cyber resilience a major priority.
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Global law-enforcement operation targets infostealer malware
Authorities in three countries arrested 32 people and seized dozens of servers.
By Eric Geller • June 11, 2025 -
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Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack
The department store chain six weeks ago was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks disrupting retailers.
By David Jones • June 10, 2025 -
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From malware to deepfakes, generative AI is transforming attacks
Generative AI is even helping hackers trick open-source developers into using malicious code, according to Gartner.
By Eric Geller • June 10, 2025 -
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Scattered Spider targeting MSPs, IT vendors in social engineering campaigns
The same group is believed to be behind a wave of attacks against retailers in the UK, the US and elsewhere.
By David Jones • June 9, 2025 -
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Data security is a CX issue, too
A string of cyberattacks have targeted retailers like Adidas and North Face. Incidents like these can weaken customer trust and lead to lost business, experts say.
By Kristen Doerer • June 9, 2025 -
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SentinelOne rebuffs China-linked attack — and discovers global intrusions
The security firm said the operatives who tried to breach it turned out to be responsible for cyberattacks on dozens of critical infrastructure organizations worldwide.
By Eric Geller • Updated June 9, 2025 -
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Main distributor to Whole Foods hit by cyberattack
UNFI, a grocery retailer and wholesaler, is working to resume full operations following “unauthorized activity” involving its IT systems.
By Sam Silverstein • June 9, 2025 -
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Corporate executives face mounting digital threats as AI drives impersonation
Malicious actors are using deepfakes and voice-cloning technology to target senior executives in both the workplace and personal spaces.
By David Jones • June 6, 2025 -
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FBI, CISA warn Play ransomware targeting critical infrastructure with evolving techniques
The hacker group has breached hundreds of organizations and is working with others to exploit flaws in a popular remote support tool.
By David Jones • June 5, 2025 -
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Hackers abuse malicious version of Salesforce tool for data theft, extortion
A threat group is using voice phishing to trick targeted organizations into sharing sensitive credentials.
By David Jones • June 4, 2025 -
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Victoria’s Secret postponing release of report earnings amid breach impact
The intrusion follows a string of attacks that appear to be the work of the cybercrime gang Scattered Spider.
By David Jones • June 3, 2025 -
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Microsoft, CrowdStrike, other cyber firms collaborate on threat actor taxonomy
After years of confusion, leading threat-intelligence companies will streamline how they name threat groups.
By David Jones • June 2, 2025 -
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ConnectWise warns of threat activity linked to suspected nation-state hackers
The company said suspicious activity has affected a limited number of ScreenConnect customers.
By David Jones • Updated May 30, 2025 -
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Victoria’s Secret shuts down website in response to security incident
Although stores are open, the company has also halted some in-store services as it works to fully restore operations.
By Kaarin Moore • May 29, 2025 -
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Google: China-backed hackers hiding malware in calendar events
The APT41 nation-state threat group is exploiting yet another cloud service to mask its operations, according to new research.
By Eric Geller • May 29, 2025 -
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Thousands of ASUS routers compromised in sophisticated hacking campaign
Researchers have previously linked the suspected threat actor, dubbed ViciousTrap, to the exploitation of Cisco routers.
By David Jones • May 29, 2025 -
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CFOs, financial execs in crosshairs of ‘highly targeted’ spearphishing campaign
Hackers are preying on senior corporate leaders at banks, investment firms, utilities and insurance companies worldwide.
By Eric Geller • Updated May 29, 2025 -
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Microsoft, Dutch government discover new Russian hacking group
The findings highlight the vulnerability of all critical infrastructure firms to similar attack methods.
By Eric Geller • Updated May 28, 2025 -
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US authorities charge 16 in operation to disrupt DanaBot malware
Authorities said malware linked to Russia-based cybercrime group infected more than 300,000 computers around the world with the malicious code.
By David Jones • May 27, 2025 -
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US, allies recommend security protections for AI models
The joint guidance comes as officials fear how hackers could manipulate AI systems, especially in critical infrastructure.
By Eric Geller • May 22, 2025 -
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Russia stepping up attacks on firms aiding Ukraine, Western nations warn
One of Moscow’s most infamous hacker teams is targeting logistics and technology companies supporting Kyiv’s war effort.
By Eric Geller • May 21, 2025 -
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Microsoft leads international takedown of Lumma Stealer
The Lumma infostealer malware is a popular way for hackers to steal passwords, credit cards and cryptocurrency wallets.
By David Jones • May 21, 2025 -
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FBI warns senior US officials are being impersonated using texts, AI-based voice cloning
Hackers are increasingly using vishing and smishing for state-backed espionage campaigns and major ransomware attacks.
By David Jones • May 16, 2025
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