Teen Swatting Mastermind Faces Prison After Orchestrating 375+ Hoax Emergency Calls
An 18-year-old California teen has pleaded guilty to federal charges for conducting one of America's largest swatting campaigns, targeting schools, religious institutions, and government officials. Operating as 'Torswats,' he ran a swatting-for-hire operation that caused widespread fear and chaos across communities.
Chinese Hackers Rebuild Botnet After FBI Takedown, Targeting Critical Infrastructure
Volt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, has swiftly reconstructed its malware botnet network following FBI disruption in January 2024. Within 37 days, the group compromised 30% of visible Cisco routers, raising concerns about persistent cyber threats to critical infrastructure.
Chinese Hackers Rebuild Botnet After FBI Takedown
Volt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group, is rapidly rebuilding its malware network targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, just weeks after FBI disruption. The group is exploiting vulnerable SOHO routers to recreate its botnet capabilities despite recent law enforcement operations.
Russia Warns of Undersea Internet Cable Vulnerabilities, Raising Global Concerns
Russia has issued a stark warning about the vulnerability of undersea internet cables, crucial for global communications. This alert has sparked international discussions on protecting critical infrastructure and balancing open networks with security needs.
Sheboygan Under Siege: City Battles Cyberattack and Ransom Demand
The City of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, is facing a severe cybersecurity breach resulting in a ransom demand. Officials are working to secure the network, investigate the incident, and maintain essential services while cooperating with law enforcement.
Massive Data Breach at Set Forth Exposes 1.5 Million Debt Relief Clients
Set Forth, a prominent debt relief firm, has suffered a major data breach, compromising personal information of 1.5 million Americans. The incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the financial services industry.
Nigerian Man Sentenced to 10 Years for $20 Million US Real Estate Phishing Scam
A 33-year-old Nigerian man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for orchestrating a sophisticated phishing scam that defrauded over 400 US homebuyers of $20 million. The case highlights the growing threat of cybercrime in real estate transactions.
Chinese Hackers' Extensive Campaign Targets High-Profile Americans
A sophisticated Chinese hacking operation, active for over a year, has targeted prominent U.S. figures across politics and business. The breach, attributed to the 'Salt Typhoon' group, has raised concerns about China's advanced cyber capabilities.