Massive Security Breach: Over 2,000 Palo Alto Networks Firewalls Compromised in Global Attack
Security researchers have uncovered 'Operation Lunar Peek', a widespread attack campaign targeting Palo Alto Networks devices worldwide. The attacks exploit critical vulnerabilities in next-generation firewall management interfaces, with over 2,000 devices already compromised across multiple countries.
Major French Hospital Data Breach Exposes Medical Records of 750,000 Patients
A devastating cyberattack at the Center Hospitalier Sud Francilien near Paris has compromised sensitive medical data of approximately 750,000 patients spanning two decades. The breach, discovered in August 2022, exposed personal details, social security numbers, and complete medical histories, prompting investigations by French authorities.
FBI Charges Five Young Hackers in Scattered Spider Cybercrime Investigation
US authorities have charged five individuals aged 19-24 linked to the Scattered Spider cybercrime group, known for sophisticated social engineering attacks against major tech companies. The group allegedly compromised corporate networks through employee manipulation and SIM swapping, causing millions in damages.
Global Law Enforcement Dismantles Massive Residential Proxy Botnet Operation
International authorities have disrupted a sophisticated botnet that hijacked hundreds of thousands of home computers to create an illegal proxy network for cybercriminals. The operation dealt a significant blow to cybercrime infrastructure while recovering millions in illicit profits and seized assets.
Hackers Exploit Unsecured Jupyter Notebooks for Illegal Sports Streaming Operation
Cybersecurity researchers discovered hackers compromising poorly secured Jupyter Notebooks to illegally stream sports content from beIN Sports. The attack pattern involves installing FFmpeg for capturing and redistributing broadcasts, highlighting broader security risks beyond piracy.
Russian Ransomware Groups Recruiting Penetration Testers to Enhance Attack Capabilities
Russian cybercrime gangs are actively seeking skilled penetration testers on underground forums to strengthen their ransomware operations. The concerning trend, revealed in a Cato Networks report, highlights the growing professionalization of ransomware attacks and lowering barriers to entry in cybercrime.
Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Dominated Cyber Attacks in 2023, Five Eyes Report Reveals
A new intelligence report shows zero-day exploits became the primary attack vector for cybercriminals in 2023, marking a significant shift from previous years. The findings highlight the growing sophistication of threat actors targeting enterprise networks and emphasize the critical need for rapid vulnerability patching.
Foreign Hackers Breach Library of Congress Email Systems in Major Cyber Espionage Attack
A sophisticated cyber attack has compromised months of sensitive email communications between the Library of Congress and congressional offices. The breach, conducted by an unidentified foreign adversary, exposed correspondence containing confidential legislative proposals from January to September 2023.
Critical WordPress Security Plugin Flaw Exposes Millions of Sites to Admin Takeover
A severe vulnerability in a widely-used WordPress security plugin puts millions of websites at risk of complete administrative compromise. Site owners are urged to immediately update their plugins and audit admin accounts as researchers warn of potential unauthorized access and data exposure.
Chinese Hackers Deploy DEEPDATA Malware to Target Fortinet VPN Users
Security researchers uncover sophisticated malware operation by BrazenBamboo targeting FortiClient through an unpatched vulnerability. The attack uses a modular framework to steal VPN credentials and sensitive data, with potential links to Chinese cyber espionage activities.