In a deeply concerning case of prolonged cyberespionage, the Chinese state-linked hacking group Weaver Ant (a subgroup of the larger APT41) was discovered to have infiltrated a telecom provider’s internal network for more than four years, from 2019 to mid-2023. The hackers deployed custom malware, including xDealer and LionsBot, targeting both Windows and Linux environments […]
Microsoft remained a dominant force in the digital ecosystem in 2024—but also a magnet for cyber threats. This report delivers a data-driven breakdown of key cyberattacks that targeted Microsoft or exploited its products globally between January and December 2024. Cybersecurity professionals will find detailed analysis of threat actors, exploited vulnerabilities, attack vectors, volume of attacks, […]
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 […]