Edition 321 Cybercrime & Darkweb
In newsletter number 321, we cover various urgent and current topics. In June 2024, state hackers, including the group UAT4356, exploited serious vulnerabilities in Cisco firewalls to infiltrate government networks. This is part of a broader wave of cyber warfare, with Russian hackers also targeting European infrastructure and DDoS attacks disrupting government services. The need for heightened vigilance and robust security measures has never been greater.
We also discuss how to protect yourself against new ransomware variants using indicators of compromise (IoCs). In June alone, 28 new variants were identified. By actively monitoring these IoCs, organizations can quickly intervene before the damage escalates. The article provides insights into awareness, training, regular updates, network segmentation, and advanced detection and response strategies.
Additionally, we delve into the dark world of terrorism and how the dark web serves as a refuge for extremists. The article discusses the challenges for security services and the international cooperation needed to address this threat. Technological innovations and global security challenges are also highlighted.
In our weekly overview of week 26-2024, we provide a victim analysis and discuss the most recent cyber threats such as supply chain attacks, ransomware, and data breaches. The vulnerability in Progress MOVEit Transfer and the malware injection via Polyfill_io demonstrate the devastating impact of cyberattacks on organizations worldwide.
We also present the latest episode of the SME Cybertalk Podcast, where cybersecurity expert Peter Lahousse, along with the hosts, discusses the most common phishing tactics and offers practical, effective measures to protect your business.
Finally, we cover a case of bank helpdesk fraud where a 68-year-old man from De Meern was scammed out of €1600. The police are seeking tips to identify the woman involved. Read on for more details and how you can help stop these fraudsters.
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