Iranian TA455 Initiates Dream Job Campaign to Target Aviation and Other Critical Industries with Malware

Executive Summary Researchers from ClearSky Cyber Security has uncovered a new cyber espionage campaign attributed to TA455, a subgroup of the Iranian cyber threat actor known as Charming Kitten (also known as APT35). The cyber espionage campaign, which has been active since at least September 2023, has targeted critical industry sector entities in the aerospace, aviation, and…

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Trustwave SpiderLabs Unveils Top Cyber Threats Facing Retailers in 2024

As the holiday shopping season approaches, the 2024  Trustwave Risk Radar Report: Retail Sector highlights a growing threat to the retail sector. Cybercriminals have refined their tactics, preparing to launch ransomware and phishing attacks that exploit well-known online brands. These attacks aim to defraud retailers and consumers, with the skills gained being used to infiltrate…

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RH-ISAC Releases Standards and Best Practices Document for Hospitality

The standards and best practices document provide a high-level overview of the twenty most critical cybersecurity controls hoteliers, online travel agencies (OTAs), and connectivity providers should focus on, particularly highlighting identity and access management (IAM) best practices, which can act as critical barriers for many prevalent fraud operations. Download the document here. The standards and…

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Midnight Blizzard Conducts Large-Scale Spear-Phishing Campaign Utilizing RDP Files

Summary Since October 22, 2024, Microsoft Threat Intelligence has observed recorded activity of the Russian threat actor known as Midnight Blizzard conducting a sophisticated spear-phishing campaign aimed at individuals in various sectors, including government, academia, defense, and non-governmental organizations. This ongoing activity involves sending highly targeted emails, which include a signed Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) configuration file…

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Why Hotels Need Regular Penetration Testing: Protecting Guest Data and Brand Reputation

In today’s digital landscape, hotels face increasing cybersecurity risks that can jeopardize guest data and damage brand reputation. Regular penetration testing has become an essential practice for hotels to identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance, and maintain a strong security posture. This article explores the importance of penetration testing for hotels and guides on implementing an effective…

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