Finnish Authorities Dismantle Notorious PIILOPUOTI Dark Web Drug Marketplace

Finnish law enforcement authorities have announced the takedown of PIILOPUOTI, a dark web marketplace that specialized in illegal narcotics trade since May 2022. "The site operated as a hidden service in the encrypted TOR network," the Finnish Customs aka Tulli said in a brief announcement on...

Ransomware review: September 2023

This article is based on research by Marcelo Rivero, Malwarebytes' ransomware specialist, who monitors information published by ransomware gangs on their Dark Web sites. In this report, "known attacks" are those where the victim did not pay a ransom. This provides the best overall picture of...

Chinese-Speaking Cybercriminals Launch Large-Scale iMessage Smishing Campaign in U.S.

A new large-scale smishing campaign is targeting the U.S. by sending iMessages from compromised Apple iCloud accounts with an aim to conduct identity theft and financial fraud. "The Chinese-speaking threat actors behind this campaign are operating a package-tracking text scam sent via iMessage to...

Ransomware review: August 2023

This article is based on research by Marcelo Rivero, Malwarebytes' ransomware specialist, who monitors information published by ransomware gangs on their Dark Web sites. In this report, "known attacks" are those where the victim did not pay a ransom. This provides the best overall picture of...

New Version of Rilide Data Theft Malware Adapts to Chrome Extension Manifest V3

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new version of malware called Rilide that targets Chromium-based web browsers to steal sensitive data and steal cryptocurrency. "It exhibits a higher level of sophistication through modular design, code obfuscation, adoption to the Chrome Extension...

Half-Year in Review: Recapping the top threats and security trends so far in 2023

From new ransomware groups, a growing mercenary space, espionage campaigns, supply chain attacks, and new "as a service" tools popping up, theres a lot to talk about already in the first half of 2023. Here are the main threats weve covered on our blog up until the end of June 2023. The timeline i...

Cl0p Ransomware Strikes Deloitte, Company Refutes Breach

By Waqas In a message on its dark web breach blog, Cl0p Ransomware claims that The company Deloitte doesn't care about its customers; it ignored their security. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Cl0p Ransomware Strikes Deloitte, Company Refutes Breach...

New AI Tool 'FraudGPT' Emerges, Tailored for Sophisticated Attacks

Following the footsteps of WormGPT, threat actors are advertising yet another cybercrime generative artificial intelligence AI tool dubbed FraudGPT on various dark web marketplaces and Telegram channels. "This is an AI bot, exclusively targeted for offensive purposes, such as crafting spear...

Exploring the Dark Side: OSINT Tools and Techniques for Unmasking Dark Web Operations

On April 5, 2023, the FBI and Dutch National Police announced the takedown of Genesis Market, one of the largest dark web marketplaces. The operation, dubbed "Operation Cookie Monster," resulted in the arrest of 119 people and the seizure of over $1M in cryptocurrency. You can read the FBI's...

Go Beyond the Headlines for Deeper Dives into the Cybercriminal Underground

Discover stories about threat actors' latest tactics, techniques, and procedures from Cybersixgill's threat experts each month. Each story brings you details on emerging underground threats, the threat actors involved, and how you can take action to mitigate risks. Learn about the top...

Dark Web Domain of Genesis Market and Infrastructure Sold

By Habiba Rashid The individuals behind Genesis Market claim to have found a buyer, and the store is scheduled to be transferred to the new owner next month. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Dark Web Domain of Genesis Market and Infrastructure Sold...

Dark Web Genesis Market for Sale: Operators Seek Buyers for Defunct Enterprise

By Habiba Rashid Who would buy Genesis Market, which some speculate to be an FBI honeypot operation? This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: Dark Web Genesis Market for Sale: Operators Seek Buyers for Defunct Enterprise...

Silk Road’s Second-in-Command, Variety Jones, Gets 20 Years in Prison

Roger Thomas Clark, also known as Variety Jones, will spend much of the rest of his life in prison for his key role in building the world’s first dark-web drug market...

Close Security Gaps with Continuous Threat Exposure Management

CISOs, security leaders, and SOC teams often struggle with limited visibility into all connections made to their company-owned assets and networks. They are hindered by a lack of open-source intelligence and powerful technology required for proactive, continuous, and effective discovery and...

New Meduza Malware Targets Wallets, Passwords and Browsers on Windows

By Deeba Ahmed Meduza malware is being fiercely marketed across different Telegram channels, cybercrime and dark web forums. This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: New Meduza Malware Targets Wallets, Passwords and Browsers on Windows...

The Right Way to Enhance CTI with AI (Hint: It's the Data)

Cyber threat intelligence is an effective weapon in the ongoing battle to protect digital assets and infrastructure - especially when combined with AI. But AI is only as good as the data feeding it. Access to unique, underground sources is key. Threat Intelligence offers tremendous value to peopl...

Black Basta ransomware

What is Black Basta ransomware? Black Basta is a threat group that provides ransomware-as-a-service RaaS. The service is maintained by dedicated developers and is a highly efficient and professionally run operation; theres a TOR website that provides a victim login portal, a chat room, and a wall...

NHS Psychiatrist Jailed; Dark Web Forum and 7,000 Images Seized

By Deeba Ahmed Closure for victims? This is a post from HackRead.com Read the original post: NHS Psychiatrist Jailed; Dark Web Forum and 7,000 Images Seized...

Over 100,000 Stolen ChatGPT Account Credentials Sold on Dark Web Marketplaces

Over 101,100 compromised OpenAI ChatGPT account credentials have found their way on illicit dark web marketplaces between June 2022 and May 2023, with India alone accounting for 12,632 stolen credentials. The credentials were discovered within information stealer logs made available for sale on t...

Over 100,000 Stolen ChatGPT Account Credentials Sold on Dark Web Marketplaces

Over 101,100 compromised OpenAI ChatGPT account credentials have found their way on illicit dark web marketplaces between June 2022 and May 2023, with India alone accounting for 12,632 stolen credentials. The credentials were discovered within information stealer logs made available for sale on t...