Cyber-Daily: Octo Tempest Strikes Fear with Advanced Financial Hacking Tactics

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Top Cyber Stories Of The Day

1. Octo Tempest: Unleashing Fear with Advanced Financial Hacking Tactics
Microsoft uncovers the elusive Octo Tempest, a financial hacking group using mind-boggling social engineering techniques to extort valuable data and unleash ransomware attacks. Stay on high alert as this group spreads its tentacles across the digital realm.

2. Network Security Segmentation: Locking Down Cybersecurity One Zone at a Time
Learn how network security segmentation acts as a virtual forcefield, shielding your data from cyber threats. By limiting access and minimizing lateral movement, this crucial tactic is your secret weapon against malicious intruders.

3. Rockwell + Microsoft: A Match Made in Cybersecurity Heaven
Rockwell joins forces with Microsoft, forging an alliance to develop AI capabilities in the manufacturing industry. Expect groundbreaking innovations in cybersecurity as these giants unite.

4. Fivetran Data Platform Receives Prestigious HITRUST Certification
Gaining the coveted HITRUST certification, Fivetran’s data platform showcases its commitment to robust security measures. Discover how their achievement sets a benchmark for data protection.

5. Identity Management and Information Security News: A Week of Intriguing Updates
From Veeam to WatchGuard, dive into the whirlwind of identity management and information security news. Stay informed about the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field.

Today’s Threat Intelligence Reports

– Microsoft: Octo Tempest is one of the most dangerous financial hacking groups – Microsoft has identified a threat actor named Octo Tempest, who uses advanced social engineering to target companies for data extortion and ransomware attacks.
– Cyber Fail: Can You Trust Hallucinating Chatbots? – BankInfoSecurity.com – Research shows that chatbots can be vulnerable to cyber attacks, resulting in them providing inaccurate information or unknowingly assisting in fraudulent activities.
– Phony Corsair job vacancy targets LinkedIn users with DarkGate malware – A Vietnamese cybercrime gang is responsible for a malware campaign involving fake job ads on LinkedIn related to Corsair.
– France says Russian state hackers breached numerous critical networks – The APT28 hacking group has been targeting government entities, businesses, universities, research institutes, and think tanks in France since the second half of 2021.
– StripedFly malware framework infects 1 million Windows, Linux hosts – A cross-platform malware called StripedFly infected over a million Windows and Linux systems for five years without being detected.

Today’s Breach Bulletins

– Rockwell Forges Gen AI Pact With Microsoft, Buys Cyber Firm – BankInfoSecurity.com – Rockwell announces partnership with Microsoft to develop AI capabilities for manufacturing industry and acquire a cyber firm to enhance cybersecurity
– 1Password’s Swift Response to Okta Data Breach – 1Password swiftly responded to the Okta data breach by implementing additional security measures and reaffirming the security of all logins. Users are advised to update passwords and enable multi-factor authentication.
– US Energy Service Shared Details on How Akira Ransomware Hacked its Network – US energy service firm BHI Energy experienced a ransomware attack by the Akira ransomware, which compromised its network and data. The attack was initiated using compromised VPN credentials of a third-party contractor. The threat actors took 690 GB of data, including personal information of the victims. BHI was able to restore its systems without paying a ransom and implemented stronger security measures.
– Ransomware Kingpin Behind Ragnar Locker Arrested in Paris – Law enforcement agencies arrested a malware developer linked to the Ragnar Locker ransomware gang and seized their dark websites. The group has targeted 168 international companies and made over $1 million in profits. A key target and the developer of the ransomware were arrested in Paris. Ransomware infrastructure was confiscated in the Netherlands, Germany, and Sweden. The group collaborated with external penetration testers to gain access to victims’ networks. Europol and INTERPOL coordinated the international operation.
– Lloyd’s of London: Cyber Attack on Major Payments System Could Cost the World $3.5 Trillion – CPO Magazine – A cyber attack on a major payments system could potentially cost the world $3.5 trillion, according to Lloyd’s of London.

Security Research, Education & Awareness

– The Role of Network Security Segmentation in Strengthening Cybersecurity – Security Boulevard – Network security segmentation plays a crucial role in strengthening cybersecurity by segregating networks and limiting access to sensitive data. It helps in minimizing the impact of a cyberattack and preventing lateral movement within the network.
– New Data ‘Poisoning’ Tool Empowers Artist to Combat AI Scraping – Nightshade is a tool developed by University of Chicago researchers that allows artists to ‘poison’ their digital artwork in order to prevent AI companies from using it to train their AI systems. By altering pixels in their art, artists can create chaotic and unpredictable breaks in generative AI models, making them generate misleading visuals that don’t correspond with the text prompt. The poisoned data is difficult to remove from the model, deterring unauthorized data collection and encouraging caution when using generative AI models.
– ServiceNow Data Exposure Flaw Raises Concerns – ServiceNow, a popular enterprise cloud platform, has a serious data exposure vulnerability that could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data. Salesforces potential link to the issue highlights the need for enhanced vigilance in safeguarding sensitive data on cloud-based platforms. Cybersecurity experts urge regular security audits and assessments for cloud providers, with organizations using ServiceNow advised to review security protocols and mitigate potential risks.
– Cloud Incident Response: Frameworks And Best Practices – EC-Council – This article discusses frameworks and best practices for incident response in cloud environments
– Forensic Readiness in SOC with Forensic Technologies – EC-Council – This article discusses the importance of implementing forensic readiness in Security Operation Centers (SOCs) and highlights various forensic technologies that can be used.

Stay Secure, Let’s Know Together.