Tag: #cybercrime
Australian Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are set to significantly bolster their cybersecurity defenses in 2024, according to a new report by the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) and Info-Tech Research Group (ITRG). The AIIA Tech Index, based on responses from 116 CIOs, reveals a clear focus on investing in cybersecurity technology and cultivating the necessary […]
For over five years, the Grandoreiro banking trojan has cast a long shadow over Latin America and Spain, siphoning funds from unsuspecting victims with its nefarious tactics. But in a decisive move, a global operation led by the Brazilian Federal Police, with crucial assistance from ESET, has disrupted this cybercriminal enterprise. This article delves deeper […]
In a significant cybersecurity incident, hackers executed a sophisticated email spoofing attack on the US Department of Health and Human Services, resulting in the fraudulent withdrawal of millions of dollars. By skillfully impersonating legitimate fund recipients, cyber-criminals manipulated health department staff through deceptive email communications, leading to an unauthorized withdrawal of approximately $7.5 million. This […]