The Israeli spyware maker NSO Group is turning to the U.S. Supreme Court as it seeks to head off a high-profile lawsuit filed by the WhatsApp messaging service.
NSO Turns to US Supreme Court for Immunity in WhatsApp Suit
US Charges Russian Oligarch, Dismantles Cybercrime Operation
The Biden administration charged a Russian oligarch linked to the Kremlin with violating U.S. government sanctions and disrupted a cybercrime operation launched by a Russian military intelligence agency, officials said Wednesday.
FIN7 Cybercrime Operation Continues to Evolve Despite Arrests
Despite recent arrests and convictions, the FIN7 cybercrime operation has continued to evolve, with hackers updating their tools and techniques and changing monetization strategies, according to cybersecurity firm Mandiant.
Germany Shuts Down Darknet Platform Specializing in Drugs
German investigators on Tuesday shut down a Russian-language darknet marketplace that they say specialized in drug dealing, seizing bitcoin worth 23 million euros ($25.3 million).
Symantec: Chinese APT Group Targeting Global MSPs
Malware hunters at Broadcom’s Symantec division have spotted signs that a long-running cyberespionage campaign linked to Chinese nation-state hackers is now going after managed service providers (MSPs) with a more global footprint.
Palestinian Lawyer Sues Pegasus Spyware Maker in France
Palestinian lawyer Salah Hamouri, who is in Israeli detention, filed a complaint in France Tuesday against surveillance firm NSO Group for having “illegally infiltrated” his mobile phone with the spyware Pegasus.
UK Charges Alleged Lapsus$ Gang Members With Hacking
The City of London Police on Friday announced that two teenagers were officially charged for their alleged roles in a hacking group that is believed to be the infamous Lapsus$ gang.
The youngsters, aged 16 and 17, were arrested roughly a week ago, along with five other teens supposedly involved in the Lapsus$ attacks.
FBI Warns of Ransomware Attacks Targeting Local Governments
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) this week warned local government entities of ransomware attacks disrupting operational services, causing public safety risks, and causing financial losses.
FBI: 65 People Arrested Worldwide in BEC Bust
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) this week announced the arrests of 65 individuals as part of an international effort to combat business email compromise (BEC) fraud.
BEC scammers typically target employees in charge of making or authorizing wire transfers, from either a compromised or a spoofed email account.
Hackers Got User Data From Meta With Forged Request
Facebook owner Meta gave user information to hackers who pretended to be law enforcement officials last year, a company source said Wednesday, highlighting the risks of a measure used in urgent cases.
