Cybersecurity researchers have discovered what they say is the ninth Industrial Control Systems (ICS)-focused malware that has been used in a disruptive cyber attack targeting an energy company in the Ukrainian city of Lviv earlier this January.
Industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos has dubbed the malware FrostyGoop, describing it as the first malware strain to directly use Modbus TCP
Channels with millions of subscribers, including Times of Ukraine and Real Kyiv, were affected by the hack. Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne stated that 270 Ukrainian channels were compromised, with hackers spreading false narratives and propaganda.
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Threat actors have been observed using swap files in compromised websites to conceal a persistent credit card skimmer and harvest payment information.
The sneaky technique, observed by Sucuri on a Magento e-commerce site’s checkout page, allowed the malware to survive multiple cleanup attempts, the company said.
The skimmer is designed to capture all the data into the credit card form on the
Meta has been given time till September 1, 2024, to respond to concerns raised by the European Commission over its “pay or consent” advertising model or risk-facing enforcement measures, including sanctions.
The European Commission said the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network has notified the social media giant of the model adopted on Facebook and Instagram of potentially violating
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RA World’s attack methods, mapped to MITRE ATT&CK, include exploiting vulnerable servers for initial access, using tools like PsExec and Impacket for credential dumping and lateral movement, and executing ransomware payloads in safe mode.
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The initial onboarding stage is a crucial step for both employees and employers. However, this process often involves the practice of sharing temporary first-day passwords, which can expose organizations to security risks.
Traditionally, IT departments have been cornered into either sharing passwords in plain text via email or SMS, or arranging in-person meetings to verbally communicate these
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FrostyGoop can disrupt industrial processes by altering values on ICS devices. The malware exploited the Modbus protocol to directly affect industrial control systems, posing a significant threat to OT environments globally.
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New ICS Malware ‘FrostyGoop’ Targeting Critical Infrastructure
/in General NewsCybersecurity researchers have discovered what they say is the ninth Industrial Control Systems (ICS)-focused malware that has been used in a disruptive cyber attack targeting an energy company in the Ukrainian city of Lviv earlier this January.
Industrial cybersecurity firm Dragos has dubbed the malware FrostyGoop, describing it as the first malware strain to directly use Modbus TCP
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Popular Ukrainian Telegram Channels Hacked to Spread Russian Propaganda
/in General NewsChannels with millions of subscribers, including Times of Ukraine and Real Kyiv, were affected by the hack. Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne stated that 270 Ukrainian channels were compromised, with hackers spreading false narratives and propaganda.
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Bitwarden vs Dashlane (2024): Which Password Manager Is Best?
/in General NewsBitwarden’s affordability and extensive MFA options give it the slight edge over Dashlane’s uber-polished password management experience. Read more below.
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Magento Sites Targeted with Sneaky Credit Card Skimmer via Swap Files
/in General NewsThreat actors have been observed using swap files in compromised websites to conceal a persistent credit card skimmer and harvest payment information.
The sneaky technique, observed by Sucuri on a Magento e-commerce site’s checkout page, allowed the malware to survive multiple cleanup attempts, the company said.
The skimmer is designed to capture all the data into the credit card form on the
The Hacker News – Read More
Meta Given Deadline to Address E.U. Concerns Over ‘Pay or Consent’ Model
/in General NewsMeta has been given time till September 1, 2024, to respond to concerns raised by the European Commission over its “pay or consent” advertising model or risk-facing enforcement measures, including sanctions.
The European Commission said the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network has notified the social media giant of the model adopted on Facebook and Instagram of potentially violating
The Hacker News – Read More
From RA Group to RA World: Evolution of a Ransomware Group
/in General NewsRA World’s attack methods, mapped to MITRE ATT&CK, include exploiting vulnerable servers for initial access, using tools like PsExec and Impacket for credential dumping and lateral movement, and executing ransomware payloads in safe mode.
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How to Securely Onboard New Employees Without Sharing Temporary Passwords
/in General NewsThe initial onboarding stage is a crucial step for both employees and employers. However, this process often involves the practice of sharing temporary first-day passwords, which can expose organizations to security risks.
Traditionally, IT departments have been cornered into either sharing passwords in plain text via email or SMS, or arranging in-person meetings to verbally communicate these
The Hacker News – Read More
FrostyGoop Malware Used to Shut down Heat in Ukraine Attack
/in General NewsFrostyGoop can disrupt industrial processes by altering values on ICS devices. The malware exploited the Modbus protocol to directly affect industrial control systems, posing a significant threat to OT environments globally.
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Telegram Zero-Day Enabled Malware Delivery
/in General NewsThe EvilVideo zero-day vulnerability in Telegram for Android allowed threat actors to send malicious files disguised as videos.
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What to Know About the Kids Online Safety Act and Its Chances of Passing
/in General NewsEverything about the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA): who supports it, who opposes it, and its chances of passing in Congress.
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