Category: Cybersecurity

CybersecurityGovernmentPrivacy

Hackers Amass Personal Data on 22,000 US Officials via Breached Salesforce Platform

A cybercriminal collective has assembled a database containing personal information for over 22,000 US government officials, according to cybersecurity reports. The group reportedly obtained the data through compromised Salesforce customer records and other leaks. Multiple federal agencies have acknowledged awareness of the security breach.

Massive Government Data Compilation Exposed

A hacking collective known as Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters has compiled personal data on more than 22,000 U.S. government officials, according to reports from cybersecurity journalists. The group claims to have built this extensive database by sifting through stolen Salesforce customer information obtained during a series of breaches earlier this year that targeted the platform’s corporate users.

by Marcus Linfield
CybersecurityTelecom

International Law Enforcement Dismantles Massive SIM Box Fraud Operation

A sophisticated criminal network operating a cybercrime-as-a-service platform has been dismantled across multiple European countries. Authorities report the seizure of extensive SIM box infrastructure used to create millions of fraudulent accounts for telecommunications attacks and other serious crimes.

Major International Operation Targets SIM Box Criminal Network

Law enforcement agencies across Europe have dismantled what Europol describes as a “highly sophisticated” criminal network operating a cybercrime-as-a-service platform. According to reports, the international sting operation resulted in seven arrests and the seizure of massive technological infrastructure used to facilitate millions of fraudulent activities.

by Marcus Linfield
CybersecurityMalware

Russian Cyber Espionage Group Rapidly Deploys New Malware After Exposure

A sophisticated Russian cyber espionage operation has rapidly evolved its malware toolkit just days after security researchers exposed its previous platform. The ColdRiver group, linked to state-backed actors, has deployed new infection tools in what analysts describe as its most aggressive campaign yet targeting Western governments and organizations.

Rapid Malware Evolution Following Public Exposure

According to reports from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), the Russia-linked advanced persistent threat group known as ColdRiver completely replaced its sophisticated LOSTKEYS malware platform within just five days of its public exposure in May. Security researchers indicate this represents one of the fastest documented retooling operations by an elite cyber espionage group.

by Marcus Linfield