HackNotice HackFax: April Recap

Welcome to the April edition of HackFax, your definitive source for tracking and understanding the cyber threat landscape. HackFax meticulously gathers and analyzes data from various sectors, offering a comprehensive overview of cyber incidents to keep you informed and ahead of potential threats. In April, we recorded a total of 2272 cyber incidents, spanning defacements, hacker forums, leak reports, news, official sources, and rampant ransomware attacks. Our mission is to provide you with the insights and intelligence necessary to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity, empowering you to safeguard your digital assets effectively.

1. Cyber Incidents Breakdown

In April, the cyber landscape remained volatile, with a total of 2272 reported incidents. Here's a breakdown of these cyber incidents:

1. Defacements: A significant portion of these incidents, 1362, were defacements. This number highlights the ongoing threat to website integrity, where attackers modify website content or appearance without permission.
2. Hacker Forum Activities: There were 207 instances of activities on hacker forums, which points to the vibrant underground market for cyber threats. These forums are often spaces where cybercriminals exchange information, tools, and services related to hacking.
3. Leak Reports: The month saw 27 leak reports, emphasizing the persistent risk of data exposure. This figure underlines the issues surrounding data breaches and the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.
4. News Coverage: News sources reported on 145 cyber incidents, reflecting the significant attention these threats receive in the media and the importance of cybersecurity in public discourse.
5. Official Reports: There were 159 incidents reported through official channels, showcasing the broad awareness and response to cyber threats from governmental and regulatory bodies.
6. Ransomware Incidents: Ransomware attacks remained rampant with 368 recorded incidents, underscoring the prevalent and persistent nature of this type of cyber threat.
7. SEC Filings: SEC filings accounted for 3 incidents, contributing to the overall understanding of the cyber threat landscape and emphasizing the importance of continuous monitoring and reporting.

2. Most Active Ransomware Gangs

The ransomware scene was dominated by Play at 27, closely followed by RA World at 26 and 8Base, Medusa and Lockbit coming in at 25.

Check out the comparison from March:

Blackbasta: 48 incidents

Lockbit: 47 incidents

Play: 35 incidents

3. New Ransomware Gangs on Our Radar

We're closely monitoring new players in the ransomware arena.

Underground: 1

Danon: 3

Raworld: 26

Handala: 7

Dispossesor: 2

The emergence of these groups signals a dynamic shift in the ransomware landscape, warranting vigilant monitoring and robust defenses.

3. Breach Spotlight

On April 26, 2024, Financial Business and Consumer Solutions, Inc. (“FBCS”) reported a data breach to the Maine Attorney General following unauthorized access to their systems. The breach exposed sensitive consumer data including names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, and account details. Initially, FBCS estimated that 1.9 million individuals were affected. However, on May 10th, they revised this figure to 2.7 million.

Read more here:

https://www.securityweek.com/fbcs-collection-agency-data-breach-impacts-2-7-million/

https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/662c7bae19a5bfdc7674c84b

4. Breaches that made the news

1. Home Depot - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/661009fe54f5372e64f0f14f
2. Boat - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/661363ce54f5372e6486ab4c
3. Space-Eyes - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/661dc5a154f5372e64a976d8
4. Bagcilar Hospital - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/6620f9f254f5372e649ad09f
5. Cisco Duo - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/661d419d54f5372e643fce18
6. Frontier Comms - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/66218fd74a4f0f053c09501a
7. Mitre CORP - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/6622bfdf54f5372e64b5fbaa
8. ICICI Bank - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/662a7f7454f5372e6461f8f3
9. Berry Dunn - https://app.hacknotice.com/#/hack/662b2a3119a5bfdc766c8c8f

5. Meet with us at Gartner's Security & Risk Management Summit!

HackNotice CEO and Founder Steve Thomas will be attending the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2024, June 3 – 5 in National Harbor, MD. We'd love to connect with you!

Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit brings together experts, thought leaders and innovators to explore the evolving landscape of digital risks and strategies for resilience

Learn more about the Agenda here:

https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/na/security-risk-management-us/agenda

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