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This new ransomware scam will hassle you with phone calls until you pay up

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By Sead Fadilpašić

 published yesterday

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A new ransomware group has been discovered harassing its victims on the phone until they pay up. 

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A report from anti-ransomware company, Halycon said that Volcano Demon was seen going after “several” targets in the last couple of weeks, deploying a new encryptor called LukaLocker. 

Its methodis relatively simple – the threat actor will first find a way into the target network, map it out, and then exfiltrate as many sensitive files as they can. Then, they will deploy the encryptor, lock down the files and entire systems, and then demand payment in cryptocurrency in exchange for the decryption key, and for keeping the files for themselves.

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Don’t overlook the security risk posed by QR codes | TechRadar

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But the more mainstream the technology has become, the more attractive it has become for threat actors. The same accessibility that makes the QR code a useful tool also makes it an effective vector for phishing and malware delivery.

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Beware Of Malicious PDF Files That Mimic As Microsoft 2FA Security Update

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Phishing attacks are evolving to use QR codes to trick users into entering their credentials on malicious websites, which can be designed to look like legitimate login pages and may even prefill the username field to increase believability. 

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Crypto Ponzi Scheme Busted: US Court Orders Hedge Fund Owner To Pay $84 Million

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The court order details how, instead of generating returns through investments, Ikkurty used funds from new investors to pay out promised returns to earlier participants. This practice, known as a Ponzi scheme, is inherently unsustainable and ultimately leads to the collapse of the scheme when new investors dry up.

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The FIA has been hacked after workers fell for a phishing attack | TechRadar

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In a short press release, the FIA confirmed recent phishing attacks resulted in “unauthorized access to personal data contained in two email accounts belonging to the FIA.”

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Crypto scammers stole nearly $60m from 20 victims in H1 2024, data shows

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Victims are often lured through phishing comments from impersonated accounts on X. Once on the phishing site, they are tricked into making seemingly legitimate transactions from their non-custodial wallets, resulting in unauthorized fund access.

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RockYou2024: 10 billion passwords leaked in the largest compilation of all time | Cybernews

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“In its essence, the RockYou2024 leak is a compilation of real-world passwords used by individuals all over the world. Revealing that many passwords for threat actors substantially heightens the risk of credential stuffing attacks,” researchers said.

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Types of Cyber Crime: A Guide to Prevention & Impact

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From individual cybercriminals to organized groups, cyber crime has become a social epidemic that knows no borders. Cyber criminals use psychological manipulation, phishing, and malware to exploit individuals and organizations, causing financial losses and disrupting business operations.

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Reduce security risk with 3 edge-securing steps | CSO Online

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Risk is everywhere these days, with attacks seemly coming at our businesses from all angles — ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and an ever-growing host of vulnerabilities that can be exploited.

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The biggest data breaches in 2024: 1B stolen records and rising | TechCrunch

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These breaches not only affect the individuals whose data was irretrievably exposed, but also embolden the criminals who profit from their malicious cyberattacks.