Salt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, has emerged as one of the most significant cyber threats to U.S. critical infrastructure. Initially identified in 2020, with increased recognition of their activities in 2021, the group has been linked to high-profile cyber espionage campaigns targeting U.S. telecommunications companies.

Hot Topic plays in the fashion, apparel, and shoe industry as a retailer of music-influenced apparel and accessories, such as jeans, tops, belts, dresses, pajamas, sunglasses, jewelry, and tees. Founded in 1989, the company employs over 10,000 associates and has over 600 stores in shopping malls all over the United States. Its headquarters is located in the City of Industry, California, and largely serves customers in the United States.

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‘Black Friday’ is an event every savvy shopper eagerly awaits as the holiday season approaches. However, it’s no longer just a single day of deals. Black Friday has evolved into a weeks-long sales event, and in some cases, it spans the entire month of November. While this extended shopping period offers consumers more time and flexibility to grab bargains, it also significantly increases opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit unsuspecting shoppers.

When we think about our data being leaked onto the internet, we often picture it as our financial records, our passwords, our names and addresses... what is less often considered is the exposure of our private medical information. A French hospital has found itself in the unenviable position of learning that hackers have gained access to the medical records of over 750,000 patients following a cyber attack.

As 2024 draws to a close, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, marked by both familiar adversaries and emerging threats with newer technologies and improved tactics. Rather than merely cataloguing breaches, we look into the anatomy of significant cyber attacks, associated vulnerabilities that led to such events, and relevant controls. We’ve chronicled key developments month by month, offering a comprehensive view of the cyber attacks of 2024 narrative that would help you learn lessons.

In 2023, a critical vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer software (CVE-2023-34362) was weaponized by the Cl0p ransomware group, leading to a substantial leak of sensitive employee data from major global corporations. The flaw in MOVEit allowed attackers to bypass authentication and access secure files, resulting in a far-reaching data breach that impacted various sectors including finance, healthcare, government, and retail. Vulnerability Details and Affected Software Nam3L3ss: Profiling Cl0p Ransomware Data.

Google Voice scams continue to pose a risk for users of this service. Scammers continuously attempt to lure users into divulging their verification PIN code. By stealing other people's Google Voice accounts, hackers and scammers impersonate their victims by luring others into fraudulent transactions. Scammers make millions per year using other people's Google Voice accounts. How should users protect their identification and PIN codes for bank accounts, travel sites, and Google Voice accounts?

API attacks can be costly. Really costly. Obvious financial impacts like legal fines, stolen finances, and incident response budgets can run into the hundreds of millions. However, other hidden costs often compound the issue, especially if you’re not expecting them. This article will explore the obvious and hidden costs of API breaches, their long-term business impacts, and how you can communicate the importance of API security to business stakeholders and decision-makers.