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OilRig Intensifies Cyberattacks on Critical Infra. in the Gulf
Trend Micro reports an increase in OilRig’s cyber espionage attacks on critical infrastructure in the Gulf, with a focus on government and energy sectors in the UAE. Exploiting CVE-2024-30088, OilRig exfiltrates sensitive data and uses compromised systems for supply chain attacks. Vigilant patching and mitigation are crucial defenses.
Authorities Alert Public to Hurricane Milton-Related Scams and Fraud
CISA and the FTC warn the public about scams related to Hurricane Milton, including fake charities and disaster relief fraud. Scammers use trusted platforms to deceive victims. Americans are urged to verify aid sources and report suspicious activities. Stay vigilant and rely on trusted agencies like FEMA for assistance.
OpenAI Details Threat Actors Use AI Models for Cyber Operations
OpenAI's 2024 threat report highlights how groups such as SweetSpecter and CyberAv3ngers are using AI models to enhance cyber operations, from debugging malware to running covert influence campaigns. Despite AI’s role, OpenAI successfully disrupted over 20 operations and continues to monitor evolving threats as the U.S. elections approach.
DragonForce’s RaaS Operation Launches Widespread Attacks with 82 Victims and Counting
DragonForce launched a RaaS affiliate program, targeting 82 victims worldwide using ransomware based on LockBit 3.0 and ContiV3 code. Their double extortion tactics, customization tools for affiliates, and aggressive attack methods—including BYOVD and shadow copy deletion—pose significant threats to sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation.
A Growing Trend of BEC Attacks Misusing Legitimate File Sharing Platforms
Microsoft reports a surge in BEC attacks using legitimate platforms like SharePoint and OneDrive. These attacks evade detection by sending legitimate file-sharing notifications, luring victims into re-authenticating and exposing credentials. Threat actors then use compromised accounts to expand their reach and conduct further attacks.
Royal Mail Impersonated in Latest Prince Ransomware Phishing Scam
Proofpoint researchers unveil a phishing campaign that impersonates Royal Mail to deliver Prince ransomware. Active in the UK and US, the campaign uses public contact forms and direct emails, leveraging ZIP files with malicious scripts. Despite no clear attribution, the ransomware is available on GitHub for free.
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