To help members optimize opportunities and reduce risk, OODA hosts a monthly video call to discuss items of common interest to our membership. These highly collaborative sessions are always a great …
The Global Cyber Criminal Threat: Interpol, Europol and European Nations Step Up to the Plate in 2022
Two recent developments in the fight against global cybercriminal organizations should filter into your organization's risk awareness relative to the events in Europe and the overall cyber threat …
Are Initial Access Brokers the Next Crime Target for Governments?
Initial Access Brokers (IAB) are poised to become a force in 2022, due to a unique skill set that positions them as a valuable commodity for the deployment of hostile cybercrime activity. IABs serve …
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Ukraine: Wiper malware masquerading as ransomware hits government organizations
Microsoft researchers have revealed evidence of a malware operation targeting multiple organizations in Ukraine in the wake of last week’s cyber attack on Ukrainian government websites. The new attack …
Russia arrests REvil ransomware gang members at request of US officials
14 members of the REvil ransomware group have been arrested by the Russian government. A joint effort between the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Internal …
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Ransomware Attack Takes Thousands Of U.S. School Websites Offline
Thousands of schools in the US were impacted by a ransomware attack that targeted Finalsite, a company that provides schools with hosted tools to manage their online presence and communications. Since …
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Ransomware locks down prison, knocks systems offline
The Metropolitan Detention Center in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, was forced into lockdown on January 5 due to a cyberattack that targeted the county's systems and deployed malware. Local government …
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Cyber criminals are mailing out USB drives that install ransomware
According to the FBI, a cybercrime group has been attempting to compromise devices via thumb drives. The malicious group has been mailing out USB thumb drives, hoping that recipients will fall for the …
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Shutterfly reports ransomware incident
Shutterfly, a digital photography company, has reported a ransomware attack that occurred on Sunday. Shutterfly confirmed that portions of the Lifetouch and BorrowLenses business were affected. The …
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Hellmann Warns Customers They Could Face Malicious Communications Following Attack
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, a German logistics provider, has warned its customers of social engineering attacks after a ransomware attack compromised some of the company's systems earlier this …