Lazarus Group targets a software vendor, a link shortening service abuses the.US top-level domain, and hackers target crypto experts with KANDYKORN malware.

The ever-changing universe of LEGO dominates the toy industry; LEGO is one of the most recognizable toy brands in the world, a perk of which is die-hard fans. LEGO fanatics flock to BrickLink, a privately owned website where individuals can design, sell, and buy block sets. LEGO also features some designs following community voting. An estimated 1.4 million people have registered accounts with the platform, including sellers and consumers.

Ransomware works by exploiting vulnerabilities in a computer system's security. Criminals typically use email phishing or other deceptive tactics to install malicious software on the victim's computer. Once the ransomware has infiltrated the system, it will begin to lock down files and encrypt them using advanced cryptography techniques, making them inaccessible. The cybercriminal will then demand payment for a decryption key that will allow the victim to regain access to their files.

Ransomware is a scourge that is on track to inflict over $30 billion in damages in 2023. Businesses and organizations that are hit by a ransomware attack face a potentially devastating data breach, with system downtime, recovery, negative publicity and the likelihood of a ransom payment to deal with. Many small businesses are unable to recover from the ordeal and end up permanently shutting their doors within months of being hit.

An analysis of ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations from 2016 through October of 2023 shows the healthcare sector is likely to continue to suffer as a viable ransomware target. In the last seven years, there have been 539 confirmed ransomware attacks on U.S. hospitals, costing a total of around $77 billion. Consumer tech comparison website Comparitech performed an analysis of these attacks to show the trends – with both positive and negative results.

The Allied Pilots Association (APA) is the collective pilot agent for American Airlines; it provides a range of services to 15,000 members, including acting as a bargaining entity. On October 30th, the APA experienced a network disturbance—a ransomware cyberattack potentially exposing members.

In the last several days, a new info stealer known as the “Continental stealer” has gained traction in dark web forums. This stealer has the potential to become one of the more powerful participants in the InfoStealer industry, thanks to its simple and easy-to-use architecture. In this report, we will review the stealer infrastructure, features, and functionality.

LiveAction Incorporated is a software company specializing in analytics, network monitoring, and application management tools. They’ve reported a revenue of over $5 million and provide services to companies in various industries; technical manufacturers, hospitals, biotechnology, and transportation professionals all use LiveAction services. Earlier this year, LiveAction suffered a ransomware attack where hackers took significant consumer information.

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is a national provider of mental health based in San Antonio, Texas. They offer the nation long-term care focused on psychiatry and psychology. Deer Oaks hosts more than 1,500 facilities nationwide. Their services include medication and medical treatment planning while spearheading new techniques for rural tele-behavioral health.