Ransomware Attack Cripples Pittsburgh Transit System, Disrupting Card Services
Pittsburgh Regional Transit faces operational challenges following a December ransomware attack that impacted its transportation network. While rail services have been restored, the Customer Service Center remains limited, affecting Senior and Kid's ConnectCard processing.
African Organizations Face Surging DDoS Attacks Amid Digital Growth
Recent data shows a 30% increase in DDoS attacks across Middle East and Africa, with Morocco, Egypt, and Tunisia being primary targets. The surge coincides with rapid digital transformation across the continent, creating new cybersecurity challenges for organizations.
Critical Fortinet Vulnerabilities Expose Cybersecurity Gaps and Corporate Responsibility
A severe vulnerability chain in Fortinet's FortiWLM system highlights industry-wide cybersecurity challenges and corporate accountability issues. The flaws, which could enable root-level Remote Code Execution, emphasize the critical importance of timely security patches and proactive protection measures.
Japan Airlines Hit by Major Cyberattack, Flight Operations at Risk
Japan Airlines faced a significant cyberattack disrupting both internal and external computer systems, potentially impacting domestic and international flights. The incident, which began early Thursday morning, highlights growing cybersecurity concerns in the aviation industry.
U.S. Allocates $3 Billion to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment Over Security Concerns
The U.S. government is investing $3 billion to remove Chinese telecommunications equipment from American networks amid escalating cybersecurity threats. The initiative, part of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, aims to help telecom companies replace technology from manufacturers like Huawei and ZTE while protecting critical infrastructure.
Iranian Hackers Evolve: New C++ Variant of BellaCiao Malware Discovered
Kaspersky researchers have identified BellaCPP, a new C++ variant of Iranian state-sponsored malware targeting organizations across multiple regions. The discovery reveals how Iran's Charming Kitten hacking group continues to advance their cyber capabilities while streamlining their tools.
Critical Cloud Platform Vulnerabilities Put 50,000 Ruijie Network Devices at Risk
Security researchers discovered multiple critical flaws in Ruijie Networks' cloud platform that could enable remote control of network devices. The vulnerabilities, including a novel 'Open Sesame' attack method, exposed severe weaknesses in device authentication and command execution capabilities.
UN Adopts Historic Global Treaty to Combat Rising Cybercrime Threats
The United Nations General Assembly has approved a landmark cybercrime treaty, the first international criminal justice agreement in over 20 years. The comprehensive framework aims to enhance global cooperation in fighting digital threats while protecting human rights and providing tools for gathering electronic evidence.
Builder.ai Data Breach Exposes 1.29TB of Confidential User Information
A major security incident at Builder.ai has exposed over 3 million user records containing sensitive business documents and credentials. The British no-code platform's unprotected database revealed NDAs, financial records, and cloud storage access keys, raising concerns about potential cybercrime risks.
North Korean Hackers Orchestrate $308M Bitcoin Heist from Japanese Exchange
A sophisticated social engineering attack by North Korean hacking group TraderTraitor resulted in the theft of $308 million in Bitcoin from DMM Bitcoin exchange. The attack, which began with targeting an employee at crypto wallet company Ginco, marks one of the largest cryptocurrency heists of 2024.