iNews Vol-134

'Cloud Atlas' executed spear-phishing attacks, specifically targeting Russian agro and research companies. Another concerning breach involved a threat actor infiltrating BSNL's server database, leading to the exposure of sensitive data on the dark web. On a positive note, the 'Wall of Flippers' successfully identified and countered Bluetooth spam attacks by Flipper Zero. Meanwhile, Google's swift response to fix the 8th Chrome zero-day exploited this year underscores the ongoing battle against cyber threats. Microsoft's proactive seizure of a top cybercrime group's infrastructure and the FBI's action against the ALPHV leak website demonstrate the collective efforts to combat cybercrime globally. Notably, hacktivists claimed responsibility for disrupting Iran's gas pumps, showcasing the dynamic and high-stakes nature of the cybersecurity landscape.

Cloud Atlas' Spear-Phishing Attacks Target Russian Agro and Research Companies

The threat actor referred to as? Cloud Atlas? has been linked to a set of spear-phishing attacks on Russian enterprises.

Threat actor breaches BSNL server database, puts up dataset on dark web

State-owned telecom operator BSNL suffered a data breach as a threat actor released a dataset containing 32,000 lines of data, including sensitive details of landline users, on a dark web forum.

‘Wall of Flippers’ detects Flipper Zero Bluetooth spam attacks

A new Python project called 'Wall of Flippers' detects Bluetooth spam attacks launched by Flipper Zero and Android devices.

Google fixes 8th Chrome zero-day exploited in attacks this year

Google has released emergency updates to fix another Chrome zero-day vulnerability exploited in the wild, the eighth patched since the start of the year.

Microsoft seizes infrastructure of top cybercrime group

Relying on a court order, the tech giant seized websites belonging to a top purveyor of fraudulent Microsoft accounts.

FBI seizes ALPHV leak website. Hours later, ransomware gang claims it ‘unseized’ it

Law enforcement seized the websites of the notorious Russian-speaking group before the criminals say they seized it back.

Russian Water Utility Hacked in Retaliation for Kyivstar Hit

Moscow's Rosvodokanal water-management company was ransacked by Ukraine-aligned Blackjack group, with reports that the company's IT infrastructure was "destroyed."

St Vincent’s Health Australia says data stolen in cyber-attack

Hospital and aged care operator says cyber-attack was first detected on Tuesday and is investigating what data has been accessed

Hacktivists boast: We shut down Iran's gas pumps today

Hacktivists reportedly disrupted services at about 70 percent of Iran's gas stations in a politically motivated cyberattack.

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