Tag: #CyberThreats
Medusa ransomware has emerged as one of the most disruptive cyber threats, infiltrating over 300 critical infrastructure organizations across various industries. First detected in June 2021, Medusa has quickly gained notoriety due to its double extortion tactics—encrypting data and threatening to leak it unless a ransom is paid. Recent statistics highlight the escalating threat posed […]
Google Play Store removed apps that were secretly stealing user data, exposing millions of Android devices to security threats. These malicious apps contained KoSpy spyware, linked to North Korean hacking group APT37 (ScarCruft). They remained undetected for over two years, collecting sensitive information such as call logs, messages, and GPS locations. If any of these […]
YouTubers extorted via copyright strikes to spread malware—a disturbing cyber threat uncovered by Kaspersky researchers—reveals a new layer of cybercriminal tactics. By exploiting YouTube’s copyright enforcement system, attackers manipulate platform policies to pressure creators into distributing SilentCryptoMiner malware. This deceptive scheme not only jeopardizes the credibility of content creators but also puts their vast audiences […]