INC Ransom Strikes UK Children's Hospital in Major Cybersecurity Breach
Ransomware group INC Ransom claims to have stolen sensitive patient data from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, compromising records spanning 2018-2024. Hospital officials are working with the National Crime Agency while maintaining operations, as security experts link the attack to CitrixBleed vulnerability exploitation.
FTC Strengthens Protections Against Tech Support Scams Targeting Seniors
The Federal Trade Commission has expanded its Telemarketing Sales Rule to combat tech support fraud, particularly schemes targeting older adults who initiate contact. The new rules enable the FTC to take action against scammers regardless of who makes the initial call, as seniors lost $175 million to these scams in 2023.
INTERPOL's Operation Serengeti Disrupts Major African Cybercrime Networks with Over 1,000 Arrests
A massive two-month INTERPOL operation across 19 African nations has led to 1,006 arrests and the dismantling of over 134,000 criminal networks involved in ransomware, digital extortion, and online scams. The operation, supported by private sector partners, uncovered crimes affecting 35,000 victims globally with losses of $193 million.
Canadian Court Orders Public Release of Major LifeLabs Healthcare Data Breach Report
A landmark Ontario Court ruling mandates the public disclosure of a report detailing LifeLabs' 2019 data breach that exposed 15 million Canadians' medical records. The decision overrules the company's confidentiality claims and reveals concerning findings about its data protection practices.
U.S. Army Soldier Suspected in Snowflake Cloud Data Extortion Scheme
An active U.S. Army soldier stationed in South Korea has been identified as the prime suspect behind multiple data thefts targeting Snowflake cloud storage customers. Operating under the alias 'Kiberphant0m', the hacker remains at large while two accomplices have been arrested in connection with the extortion attempts.
Major Retailers Face Disruption as Blue Yonder Hit by Ransomware Attack
Supply chain technology provider Blue Yonder battles a devastating ransomware attack affecting over 3,000 global companies including Starbucks and major UK retailers. The incident causes widespread disruption to retail operations ahead of Thanksgiving shopping season, impacting services from payroll to inventory management.
Massive DDoS Campaign Exploits Millions of IoT Devices Using Basic Attack Tools
A newly discovered DDoS operation dubbed 'Matrix' is targeting millions of IoT devices and enterprise servers through weak credentials and misconfigurations. The campaign highlights how readily available tools can be weaponized for large-scale cyber attacks, potentially compromising up to 35 million devices worldwide.
Starbucks Forced to Use Manual Scheduling After Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack on software provider Blue Yonder has disrupted Starbucks' employee scheduling and payroll systems across North America. Store managers have reverted to pen-and-paper methods while the company implements temporary compensation measures based on pre-scheduled shifts.
Microlise Hit by BlackCat Ransomware Attack, Customer Data at Risk
British telematics provider Microlise confirms unauthorized access to company data following claims by BlackCat ransomware group. The attack potentially affects major transportation companies across Europe, as investigations continue into the full scope of compromised fleet management systems.
New Malware Campaign Exploits Avast Driver to Bypass Security Systems
Security researchers have identified a sophisticated malware campaign using Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) technique to disable antivirus protections. By exploiting a legitimate Avast driver, the malware can terminate security processes and gain elevated system control.