Cyberwarfare
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- Hacked Hospitals, Hidden Spyware: Iran Conflict Shows How Digital Fight Is Ingrained in Warfare
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
Iran-linked hacking groups are turning to high-volume, low-impact cyberattacks, and AI is providing a boost. The post Hacked Hospitals, Hidden Spyware: Iran Conflict Shows How Digital Fight Is Ingrained in Warfare appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Pro-Iranian Hacking Group Claims Credit for Hack of FBI Director Kash Patel’s Personal Account
Cybercrime · Cyberwarfare
The group that it was making available for download emails and other documents from Patel’s account. The post Pro-Iranian Hacking Group Claims Credit for Hack of FBI Director Kash Patel’s Personal Account appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Poland Faced a Surge in Cyberattacks in 2025, Including a Major Assault on the Energy Sector
Cyberwarfare
The attacks included a destructive infiltration of Poland's energy system in December and was suspected of originating in Russia. The post Poland Faced a Surge in Cyberattacks in 2025, Including a Major Assault on the Energy Sector appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iran Built a Vast Camera Network to Control Dissent. Israel Turned It Into a Targeting Tool
Cyberwarfare
The role of Israel’s hijacking of Iran’s street cameras in the killing of the country’s supreme leader underscores how surveillance systems are increasingly being targeted by adversaries in wartime. The post Iran Built a Vast Camera Network to Control Dissent. Israel Turned It Into a Targeting Tool appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iran Readied Cyberattack Capabilities for Response Prior to Epic Fury
Threat Intelligence · Cyberwarfare
Analysis reveals a six-month buildup of Iran-linked cyber infrastructure, including US-based shell companies, designed to weather kinetic strikes and ensure the resilience of its global hacking operations. The post Iran Readied Cyberattack Capabilities for Response Prior to Epic Fury appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iran-Linked Hackers Take Aim at US and Other Targets, Raising Risk of Cyberattacks During War
Cyberwarfare
Pro-Iranian hackers are targeting sites in the Middle East and starting to stretch into the United States during the war, raising the risk of American defense contractors, power stations and water plants. The post Iran-Linked Hackers Take Aim at US and Other Targets, Raising Risk of Cyberattacks During War appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iran-Linked Hacker Attack on Stryker Disrupted Manufacturing and Shipping
Cyberwarfare
Evidence indicates that the attackers leveraged existing endpoint management software rather than malware to wipe devices. The post Iran-Linked Hacker Attack on Stryker Disrupted Manufacturing and Shipping appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- MedTech Giant Stryker Crippled by Iran-Linked Hacker Attack
Cyberwarfare
Stryker was targeted by the Handala group, which claims to have wiped more than 200,000 of the company’s devices. The post MedTech Giant Stryker Crippled by Iran-Linked Hacker Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Cyber Strategy Targets Adversaries, Critical Infrastructure, and Emerging Technologies
Cyberwarfare
Trump’s Cyber Strategy calls for stronger deterrence against cyber adversaries, modernization of federal networks, protection of critical infrastructure, and investment in technologies such as AI and post-quantum cryptography. The post US Cyber Strategy Targets Adversaries, Critical Infrastructure, and Emerging Technologies appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- In Other News: FBI Hacked, US Security Pro Killed in Iran War, Hijacked Cameras Used in Khamenei Strike
Cyberwarfare
Other noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: Avira antivirus vulnerabilities, Transport for London data breach affects 10 million, Gaming cheat exposes North Korean hacker. The post In Other News: FBI Hacked, US Security Pro Killed in Iran War, Hijacked Cameras Used in Khamenei Strike appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iranian Strikes on Amazon Data Centers Highlight Industry’s Vulnerability to Physical Disasters
Cloud Security · Cyberwarfare
Two AWS data centers in the United Arab Emirates were “directly struck” and another facility in Bahrain was also damaged after a drone landed nearby. The post Iranian Strikes on Amazon Data Centers Highlight Industry’s Vulnerability to Physical Disasters appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Iran Cyber Front: Hacktivist Activity Rises, but State-Sponsored Attacks Stay Low
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
The cybersecurity industry is monitoring the landscape and says many of the big claims made by hacktivist groups remain unverified. The post Iran Cyber Front: Hacktivist Activity Rises, but State-Sponsored Attacks Stay Low appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US-Israel and Iran Trade Cyberattacks: Pro-West Hacks Cause Disruption as Tehran Retaliates
Cyberwarfare
Both sides conduct hacking and other attacks, including the deployment of wiper malware, DDoS, and disruptions to critical infrastructure. The post US-Israel and Iran Trade Cyberattacks: Pro-West Hacks Cause Disruption as Tehran Retaliates appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- RATs in the Machine: Inside a Pakistan-Linked Three-Pronged Cyber Assault on India
Malware & Threats · Cyberwarfare
Transparent Tribe (APT36) is targeting Indian defense and government sectors with GETA, ARES, and Desk RATs in a new wave of economic cyber espionage. The post RATs in the Machine: Inside a Pakistan-Linked Three-Pronged Cyber Assault on India appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Italy Averted Russian-Linked Cyberattacks Targeting Winter Olympics Websites, Foreign Minister Says
Cyberwarfare
Italy has foiled a series of cyberattacks targeting some of its foreign ministry offices, including one in Washington. The post Italy Averted Russian-Linked Cyberattacks Targeting Winter Olympics Websites, Foreign Minister Says appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Cyber Insights 2026: Cyberwar and Rising Nation State Threats
Cyberwarfare
While both cyberwar and cyberwarfare will increase through 2026, cyberwarfare is likely to increase more dramatically. We hope it will never boil over – but we should be aware of the possibility and its consequences. The post Cyber Insights 2026: Cyberwar and Rising Nation State Threats appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Pro-Russian Hackers Claim Cyberattack on French Postal Service
Cybercrime · Cyberwarfare
Central computer systems at French national postal service La Poste were knocked offline Monday in DDoS attack. The post Pro-Russian Hackers Claim Cyberattack on French Postal Service appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- UK Government Acknowledges It Is Investigating Cyber Incident After Media Reports
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
The British government is investigating a “cyber incident” following news reports that hackers linked to China have gained access to thousands of confidential documents. The post UK Government Acknowledges It Is Investigating Cyber Incident After Media Reports appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Denmark Blames Russia for Cyberattacks Ahead of Elections and on Water Utility
Cyberwarfare
Danish intelligence service said the attacks were part of Russia’s “hybrid war” against the West and an attempt to create instability. The post Denmark Blames Russia for Cyberattacks Ahead of Elections and on Water Utility appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- UK Sanctions Russian and Chinese Firms Suspected of Being ‘Malign Actors’ in Information Warfare
Cyberwarfare
Britain and its allies face escalating “hybrid threats … designed to weaken critical national infrastructure, undermine our interests and interfere in our democracies.” The post UK Sanctions Russian and Chinese Firms Suspected of Being ‘Malign Actors’ in Information Warfare appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Amazon Details Iran’s Cyber-Enabled Kinetic Attacks Linking Digital Spying to Physical Strikes
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
Amazon threat intelligence experts have documented two cases in which Iran leveraged hacking to prepare for kinetic attacks. The post Amazon Details Iran’s Cyber-Enabled Kinetic Attacks Linking Digital Spying to Physical Strikes appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China’s Cyber Silence Is More Worrying Than Russia’s Noise, Chief Cybersecurity Strategist Says
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
NTT’s chief cybersecurity strategist Mihoko Matsubara on the new geopolitics of hacking, the "chicken and egg" problem of 5G, and the AGI threat to society. The post China’s Cyber Silence Is More Worrying Than Russia’s Noise, Chief Cybersecurity Strategist Says appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China Accuses US of Cyberattack on National Time Center
Cyberwarfare
The Ministry of State Security alleged that the NSA exploited vulnerabilities in the messaging services of a foreign mobile phone brand to steal sensitive information. The post China Accuses US of Cyberattack on National Time Center appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Fighting the Cyber Forever War: Born Defense Blends Investment Strategy With Just War Principles
Cybersecurity Funding · Cyberwarfare
Emerging from stealth, Born Defense is betting that a new kind of investment model can reshape how the U.S. fights its endless cyber battles. The post Fighting the Cyber Forever War: Born Defense Blends Investment Strategy With Just War Principles appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China’s Salt Typhoon Hacked Critical Infrastructure Globally for Years
Threat Intelligence · Cyberwarfare
China-linked APT ‘Salt Typhoon’ exploited known router flaws to maintain persistent access across telecom, government, and military networks, giving Beijing’s intelligence services global surveillance reach. The post China’s Salt Typhoon Hacked Critical Infrastructure Globally for Years appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Chinese Researchers Suggest Lasers and Sabotage to Counter Musk’s Starlink Satellites
Cyberwarfare
Chinese military and cyber researchers are intensifying efforts to counter Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network, viewing it as a potential tool for U.S. military power across nuclear, space, and cyber domains. The post Chinese Researchers Suggest Lasers and Sabotage to Counter Musk’s Starlink Satellites appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China’s Salt Typhoon Hackers Target Canadian Telecom Firms
Cyberwarfare
Canada’s Centre for Cyber Security and the FBI warn of Chinese hackers targeting telecommunications and other companies in Canada. The post China’s Salt Typhoon Hackers Target Canadian Telecom Firms appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Braces for Cyberattacks After Bombing Iranian Nuclear Sites
Cyberwarfare
Iranian hackers are expected to intensify cyberattacks against the US after the recent air strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. The post US Braces for Cyberattacks After Bombing Iranian Nuclear Sites appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- The UK Brings Cyberwarfare Out of the Closet
Cyberwarfare
The UK’s 2025 Strategic Defence Review outlines a unified approach to modern warfare, integrating cyber, AI, and electromagnetic capabilities across military domains. The post The UK Brings Cyberwarfare Out of the Closet appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China’s Secret Weapon? How EV Batteries Could Be Weaponized to Disrupt America
Supply Chain Security · Cyberwarfare
As Xi Jinping advances his vision for China’s dominance by 2049, cybersecurity experts warn that connected technologies—like EV batteries—may quietly serve as tools of influence, espionage, and disruption. The post China’s Secret Weapon? How EV Batteries Could Be Weaponized to Disrupt America appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Countries Shore Up Their Digital Defenses as Global Tensions Raise the Threat of Cyberwarfare
Nation-State · Cyberwarfare
Countries around the world are preparing for greater digital conflict as increasing global tensions and a looming trade war have raised the stakes. The post Countries Shore Up Their Digital Defenses as Global Tensions Raise the Threat of Cyberwarfare appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Google Patches Chrome Sandbox Escape Zero-Day Caught by Kaspersky
Cyberwarfare · Vulnerabilities
The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-2783, was chained with a second exploit for remote code execution in attacks targeting organizations in Russia. The post Google Patches Chrome Sandbox Escape Zero-Day Caught by Kaspersky appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Indicts China’s iSoon ‘Hackers-for-Hire’ Operatives
Cyberwarfare
i-Soon employees charged with conducting extensive hacking campaigns on behalf of Beijing’s security services. The post US Indicts China’s iSoon ‘Hackers-for-Hire’ Operatives appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- CISA: No Change on Defending Against Russian Cyber Threats
Cyberwarfare
The CISA public clarification follows news the Trump administration is temporarily pausing offensive cyber operations against Moscow. The post CISA: No Change on Defending Against Russian Cyber Threats appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Japan Links Chinese Hacker MirrorFace to Dozens of Cyberattacks Targeting Security and Tech Data
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Japan says China-linked cyberattacks were systematic attacks with an aim of stealing data on Japanese national security and advanced technology. The post Japan Links Chinese Hacker MirrorFace to Dozens of Cyberattacks Targeting Security and Tech Data appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Recorded Future Tagged as ‘Undesirable’ in Russia
Cyberwarfare
The Russian government accuses the US threat-intel firm of participating in the collection and analysis of data on the actions of the Russia's armed forces. The post Recorded Future Tagged as ‘Undesirable’ in Russia appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- America First Policy Institute, a Group Advising Trump, Says Its Systems Were Breached
Cyberwarfare
A group helping to lay the groundwork for a future Donald Trump administration said its computer systems were breached. The post America First Policy Institute, a Group Advising Trump, Says Its Systems Were Breached appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- A New System Will Allow EU to Sanction People Waging Sabotage on Behalf of Russia
Cyberwarfare
The EU has set up a system for imposing sanctions against people accused of cyberattacks, information manipulation or acts of sabotage on behalf of Russia. The post A New System Will Allow EU to Sanction People Waging Sabotage on Behalf of Russia appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Microsoft, DOJ Dismantle Domains Used by Russian FSB-Linked Hacking Group
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
The coordinated action resulted in the seizure of more than 100 domains used for spear-phishing targets in the US, UK, and Europe. The post Microsoft, DOJ Dismantle Domains Used by Russian FSB-Linked Hacking Group appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Ukraine Bans Telegram Messenger App on State-Issued Devices Because of Russian Security Threat
Cybercrime · Cyberwarfare
Ukraine issued the Telegram ban for the official devices of government employees, military personnel, security and defense workers, and critical infrastructure employees. The post Ukraine Bans Telegram Messenger App on State-Issued Devices Because of Russian Security Threat appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Hundreds of Pagers Exploded in Lebanon and Syria in a Deadly Attack. Here’s What We Know.
Cyberwarfare
Between 3 to 5 grams of a highly explosive material were concealed inside pagers prior to their delivery to Hezbollah, and then remotely triggered simultaneously. The post Hundreds of Pagers Exploded in Lebanon and Syria in a Deadly Attack. Here’s What We Know. appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Hezbollah Members Among Hundreds Wounded after Pagers Explode in Lebanon and Syria, Officials Say
Cyberwarfare
A Hezbollah official speculated that malware may have caused the pagers to heat up and explode, wounding 2,750 people — 200 of them critically. The post Hezbollah Members Among Hundreds Wounded after Pagers Explode in Lebanon and Syria, Officials Say appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- The US is Preparing Criminal Charges in Iran Hack Targeting Trump, AP Sources Say
Cyberwarfare · Tracking & Law Enforcement
The prospect of criminal charges comes as the Justice Department has raised alarms about aggressive efforts by countries including Russia and Iran to meddle in the presidential election. The post The US is Preparing Criminal Charges in Iran Hack Targeting Trump, AP Sources Say appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Russian GRU Unit Tied to Assassinations Linked to Global Cyber Sabotage and Espionage
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
A secretive Russian military unit, previously linked to assassinations and destabilization in Europe, is blamed for destructive wiper malware attacks in Ukraine. The post Russian GRU Unit Tied to Assassinations Linked to Global Cyber Sabotage and Espionage appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Censys Finds Hundreds of Exposed Servers as Volt Typhoon APT Targets Service Providers
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Amidst Volt Typhoon zero-day exploitation, Censys finds hundreds of exposed servers presenting ripe attack surface for attackers. The post Censys Finds Hundreds of Exposed Servers as Volt Typhoon APT Targets Service Providers appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- How Lessons Learned From the 2016 Campaign Led US Officials to Be More Open About Iran Hack
Cyberwarfare
The lessons learned from the 2016 election hacking made US officials more open about the recent Iranian hack targeting presidential campaigns. The post How Lessons Learned From the 2016 Campaign Led US Officials to Be More Open About Iran Hack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- China’s Volt Typhoon Hackers Caught Exploiting Zero-Day in Servers Used by ISPs, MSPs
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Malware hunters catch Chinese APT Volt Typhoon exploiting a zero-day in Versa Director servers used by ISPs and MSPs. The post China’s Volt Typhoon Hackers Caught Exploiting Zero-Day in Servers Used by ISPs, MSPs appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Intelligence Officials Say Iran Is to Blame for Hacks Targeting Trump, Biden-Harris Campaigns
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
The assessment from agencies was the first time the U.S. government assigned blame for hacks that have raised anew the threat of foreign election interference. The post US Intelligence Officials Say Iran Is to Blame for Hacks Targeting Trump, Biden-Harris Campaigns appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- What We Know About Suspected Iranian Cyber Intrusion in the US Presidential Race
Cyberwarfare
U.S. State Department officials declined to speculate on allegations that Iran was behind the hack, but a spokesperson said it would be in keeping with Tehran’s past use of cyberattacks and deception. The post What We Know About Suspected Iranian Cyber Intrusion in the US Presidential Race appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Elon Musk Says Cyberattack Crashed Site Ahead of Trump Livestream Interview
Cyberwarfare
Elon Musk says a cyberattack impacted a livestream interview with US Presidential candidate Donald Trump on the X social media platform. The post Elon Musk Says Cyberattack Crashed Site Ahead of Trump Livestream Interview appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- FBI Says It Is Investigating After Trump Campaign Said Sensitive Documents Were Hacked by Iran
Cyberwarfare · Data Breaches
The FBI is investigating allegations that sensitive documents from Donald Trump’s presidential campaign were stolen in a cyber intrusion. The post FBI Says It Is Investigating After Trump Campaign Said Sensitive Documents Were Hacked by Iran appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Donald Trump’s Campaign Says Its Emails Were Hacked
Cyberwarfare
Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung blamed the hack on “foreign sources hostile to the United States.” The post Donald Trump’s Campaign Says Its Emails Were Hacked appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Chinese Hacking Group APT41 Infiltrates Global Shipping and Tech Sectors, Mandiant Warns
Malware & Threats · Cyberwarfare
Chinese government-backed hacking team caught breaking into organizations in shipping, logistics and automotive sectors in Europe and Asia. The post Chinese Hacking Group APT41 Infiltrates Global Shipping and Tech Sectors, Mandiant Warns appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- NATO to Establish New Cyber Center in Belgium
Cyberwarfare
NATO will establish a new cyber center to better protect against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The post NATO to Establish New Cyber Center in Belgium appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Mandiant Highlights Russian and Chinese Cyber Threats to NATO on Eve of 75th Anniversary Summit
Cyberwarfare
On the eve of NATO’s 75th anniversary summit in Washington DC, Mandiant outlines the current state of cyberthreats facing NATO and aligned countries. The post Mandiant Highlights Russian and Chinese Cyber Threats to NATO on Eve of 75th Anniversary Summit appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Kaspersky Flags Cyberespionage APT ‘CloudSorcerer’ Targeting Russian Government
Cloud Security · Cyberwarfare
Kaspersky said the CloudSorcerer APT has been abusing public cloud services to exfiltrate data from Russian government entities. The post Kaspersky Flags Cyberespionage APT ‘CloudSorcerer’ Targeting Russian Government appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Microsoft Alerts More Customers to Email Theft in Expanding Midnight Blizzard Hack
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Shockwaves from the Russian government's hack of Microsoft's corporate infrastructure continue to spread as the victim pool widens. The post Microsoft Alerts More Customers to Email Theft in Expanding Midnight Blizzard Hack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- The EU Targets Russia’s LNG Ghost Fleet With Sanctions as Concern Mounts About Hybrid Attacks
Cyberwarfare
Some expressed concern about a rise in hybrid attacks by Russia – including allegations of election interference, cyberattacks and sabotage. The post The EU Targets Russia’s LNG Ghost Fleet With Sanctions as Concern Mounts About Hybrid Attacks appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Pakistani Threat Actors Caught Targeting Indian Gov Entities
Malware & Threats · Cyberwarfare
Security researchers at Cisco Talos and Volexity flag two Pakistani espionage campaigns targeting Indian government entities. The post Pakistani Threat Actors Caught Targeting Indian Gov Entities appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Europe’s Cybersecurity Chief Says Disruptive Attacks Have Doubled in 2024, Sees Russia Behind Many
Cyberwarfare
Disruptive digital attacks – many traced to Russia-backed groups – have doubled in the European Union in 2024 and are also targeting election-related services, according to the EU’s top cybersecurity official. The post Europe’s Cybersecurity Chief Says Disruptive Attacks Have Doubled in 2024, Sees Russia Behind Many appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- NATO Draws a Cyber Red Line in Tensions With Russia
Cyberwarfare
Weakening liberal democracies and weakening the NATO alliance are conjoined in the hybrid war that Russia is conducting against Ukraine. The post NATO Draws a Cyber Red Line in Tensions With Russia appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Germany Recalls Its Ambassador in Russia for a Week in Protest Over a Hacker Attack
Cybercrime · Cyberwarfare
Germany recalled its ambassador to Russia for a week of consultations in Berlin following an alleged hacker attack on Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party. The post Germany Recalls Its Ambassador in Russia for a Week in Protest Over a Hacker Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Cyber Command Appoints Morgan Adamski as Executive Director
Cyberwarfare
United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) has named Ms. Morgan M. Adamski as Executive Director effective June 2024. The post US Cyber Command Appoints Morgan Adamski as Executive Director appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- German Foreign Minister Says Russia will Face Consequences for Monthslong Cyber Espionage
Cyberwarfare
Germany accused Russian military agents of hacking the top echelons of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party and other government and industrial targets. The post German Foreign Minister Says Russia will Face Consequences for Monthslong Cyber Espionage appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Hackers Claim to Have Infiltrated Belarus’ Main Security Service
Cyberwarfare
A Belarusian hacker activist group claims to have infiltrated the network of the country’s main KGB security agency and accessed personnel files of over 8,600 employees. The post Hackers Claim to Have Infiltrated Belarus’ Main Security Service appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- $10 Million Bounty on Iranian Hackers for Cyberattacks on US Gov, Defense Contractors
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Four Iranians are accused of hacking into critical systems at the Departments of Treasury and State and dozens of private US companies. The post $10 Million Bounty on Iranian Hackers for Cyberattacks on US Gov, Defense Contractors appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US-China Competition to Field Military Drone Swarms Could Fuel Global Arms Race
Artificial Intelligence · Cyberwarfare
Military planners envision a scenario in which hundreds, even thousands of AI-powered machines engage in coordinated battle. The post US-China Competition to Field Military Drone Swarms Could Fuel Global Arms Race appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Cyberespionage Campaign Targets Government, Energy Entities in India
Cyberwarfare · Malware & Threats
Threat intelligence firm EclecticIQ documents the delivery of malware phishing lures to government and private energy organizations in India. The post Cyberespionage Campaign Targets Government, Energy Entities in India appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Treasury Slaps Sanctions on China-Linked APT31 Hackers
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
The US Treasury Department sanctions a pair of Chinese hackers linked to “malicious cyber operations targeting US critical infrastructure sectors.” The post US Treasury Slaps Sanctions on China-Linked APT31 Hackers appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Russian APT29 Hackers Caught Targeting German Political Parties
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Russia’s APT29 hacking group is expanding targets to political parties in Germany using a new backdoor variant tracked as Wineloader. The post Russian APT29 Hackers Caught Targeting German Political Parties appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US, Russia Accuse Each Other of Potential Election Cyberattacks
Cyberwarfare
US and Russia suspect each other of intent to disrupt presidential elections set for this week in Russia and November in the US. The post US, Russia Accuse Each Other of Potential Election Cyberattacks appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- In Other News: US Hacks Iranian Spy Ship, Rhysida Ransomware Decryption, NIST Guidance
Cyberwarfare
Noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: US hacks Iranian military vessel used for spying, Rhysida ransomware free decryption tool, NIST guidance. The post In Other News: US Hacks Iranian Spy Ship, Rhysida Ransomware Decryption, NIST Guidance appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- South Korea Says Presumed North Korean Hackers Breached Personal Emails of Presidential Staffer
Cyberwarfare
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office said presumed North Korean hackers breached the personal emails of one of his staff members. The post South Korea Says Presumed North Korean Hackers Breached Personal Emails of Presidential Staffer appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Albanian Authorities Accuse Iranian-Backed Hackers of Cyberattack on Institute of Statistics
Cyberwarfare
Albania’s cybersecurity authorities have accused a hacker group “sponsored” by the Iranian government of attacking the country’s Institute of Statistics earlier this month. The post Albanian Authorities Accuse Iranian-Backed Hackers of Cyberattack on Institute of Statistics appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- General Timothy Haugh Takes Lead of NSA and Cyber Command
Cyberwarfare
General Timothy D. Haugh assumed command of NSA and USCYBERCOM on February 2, 2024, taking over the role from General Paul M. Nakasone. The post General Timothy Haugh Takes Lead of NSA and Cyber Command appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Watch: Top Cyber Officials Testify on China’s Cyber Threat to US Critical Infrastructure
Cyberwarfare · Nation-State
Video: Top US cyber officials testify on China’s cyber threat to U.S. national security and critical infrastrcuture. The post Watch: Top Cyber Officials Testify on China’s Cyber Threat to US Critical Infrastructure appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- US Says It Disrupted a China Cyber Threat, but Warns Hackers Could Still Wreak Havoc for Americans
Cyberwarfare
Chinese government hackers are busily targeting water treatment plants, the electrical grid, transportation systems and other critical infrastructure inside the United States, FBI Director Chris Wray told lawmakers. The post US Says It Disrupted a China Cyber Threat, but Warns Hackers Could Still Wreak Havoc for Americans appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Georgia’s Fulton County Is Hacked, but Prosecutor’s Office Says Trump Election Case Is Unaffected
Cyberwarfare
Officials said court and other systems in Georgia’s most populous county were hacked over the weekend. The post Georgia’s Fulton County Is Hacked, but Prosecutor’s Office Says Trump Election Case Is Unaffected appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Russian APT Known for Phishing Attacks Is Also Developing Malware, Google Warns
Cyberwarfare
Russian threat group ColdRiver has developed Spica, a malware that enables it to compromise systems and steal information. The post Russian APT Known for Phishing Attacks Is Also Developing Malware, Google Warns appeared first on SecurityWeek.
- Swiss Govt Websites Hit by Pro-Russia Hackers After Zelensky Visit
Cyberwarfare
Switzerland said that a cyberattack claimed by a pro-Russian group disrupted access to some government websites, following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Davos. The post Swiss Govt Websites Hit by Pro-Russia Hackers After Zelensky Visit appeared first on SecurityWeek.