Abandoned AWS Storage Buckets: A Critical Supply Chain Attack Risk
Security researchers reveal how abandoned AWS S3 storage buckets can be exploited for large-scale cyberattacks, potentially enabling SolarWinds-like supply chain compromises. The study found approximately 150 deserted buckets previously used by major organizations receiving millions of file requests.
AWS Cloud Storage at Risk: New Ransomware Weaponizes S3 Encryption Features
A sophisticated ransomware group called Codefinger is exploiting AWS's native encryption features to lock down S3 buckets, marking a concerning evolution in cloud-based attacks. The group leverages stolen credentials and legitimate AWS functionality to encrypt data, making recovery impossible without the attacker's key.
Volkswagen Data Breach Exposes 800,000 EV Owners' Location Data Through AWS Security Flaw
A major security oversight at Volkswagen exposed sensitive location data and personal information of 800,000 electric vehicle owners through an unsecured AWS configuration. The breach revealed detailed vehicle movement patterns and has sparked concerns about automotive data privacy and security practices.