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Russia-linked APT28 uses COVID-19 lures to deliver Zebrocy malware

Security Affairs

The APT28 group (aka Fancy Bear , Pawn Storm , Sofacy Group , Sednit , and STRONTIUM ) has been active since at least 2007 and it has targeted governments, militaries, and security organizations worldwide. The group was involved also in the string of attacks that targeted 2016 Presidential election.

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Exclusive Cybaze ZLab – Yoroi – Hunting Cozy Bear, new campaign, old habits

Security Affairs

The researchers of Yoroi ZLab, on 16 November, accessed to a new APT29’s dangerous malware which seems to be involved in the recent wave of attacks aimed at many important US entities, such as military agencies, law enforcement, defense contractors , media companies and pharmaceutical companies.

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Cybaze ZLab – Yoroi team analyzed malware used in recent attacks on US entities attributed to APT29

Security Affairs

The researchers of Yoroi ZLab, on 16 November, accessed to a new APT29’s dangerous malware which seems to be involved in the recent wave of attacks aimed at many important US entities, such as military agencies, law enforcement, defense contractors , media companies and pharmaceutical companies. cybersecurity firm FireEye.

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MY TAKE: Cyber attacks on industrial controls, operational technology have only just begun

The Last Watchdog

Countries with limited military might and financial resources can create a more level battleground for themselves by engaging in cyber battles. It’s unknown how far nation-states will gamble on digital intimidation in the face of military retaliation. What’s ahead. As attackers become emboldened, U.S.

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List of data breaches and cyber attacks in April 2021 – 1 billion records breached

IT Governance

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THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE RUSSIAN MARKET

Info Source

The sanctions weaken Russia’s ability to finance the war and specifically target the political, military and economic elite responsible for the invasion. That is why areas such as food, agriculture, health and pharmaceuticals are excluded from the restrictive measures imposed.

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The Week in Cyber Security and Data Privacy: 4 – 10 March 2024

IT Governance

Source (New) Professional services Netherlands Yes 28.3