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In a recent wave of cyber threats, a major GitHub Config Breach—now called “EmeraldWhale”—has exposed sensitive cloud service credentials in over 15,000 repositories. This breach is a stark reminder of the risks of leaving Git configuration files unprotected. Attackers who accessed these credentials gained unauthorized control, allowing them to manipulate or even destroy sensitive data … Read more
I recently discovered a startling revelation about a massive cyber operation called EmeraldWhale. This operation has successfully targeted exposed Git configuration files, leading to the theft of over 15,000 cloud service credentials. The scale of this breach is alarming, and I want to share what I learned about what is EmeraldWhale and its impact on … Read more
Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving battlefield, especially with persistent threat groups leveraging new techniques and tools to launch targeted attacks. One group of particular concern is the Pakistan-linked cyber-espionage entity known as Transparent Tribe. This group has been stepping up its game, launching a fresh wave of malware attacks targeting critical sectors in India, particularly in … Read more
In today’s digital age, losing access to your email account can be a frightening experience. With over 2.5 billion Gmail accounts worldwide, it’s no surprise that hackers consider them prime targets. The New Gmail Security Warning highlights the growing threat of hackers, particularly those who strike quickly, sometimes within just ten seconds. This article aims … Read more
For years, Israel and Iran have been locked in a shadowy and complex conflict marked by covert operations, targeted killings, and cyberattacks. This rivalry, often dubbed Israel VS Iran, is fueled by competing interests in the Middle East and deep-seated political and ideological divides. While Israel has aimed to disrupt Iran’s influence across the region … Read more
IBM’s 2023 “Cost of a Breach” report makes for some very interesting reading when it comes to cybersecurity. Breaches are expensive, with averages jumping up 15 percent in just three years to $4.45 million. To counter these costs for organizations, it is important to understand how budget assignments in security can be optimized to reduce … Read more
Cyberattacks have always been a threat in this age of digitization, but what really took the cake was 2024. From AT&T’s multiple data breaches to Star Health Insurance’s hack that compromised millions of patient records, such cyberattacks this year are a wake-up call. With personal data such as passwords, medical records, and financial details available … Read more
In the Gaza war, a new front has emerged—not in the streets or battlefields but in cyberspace. Iran’s Cyber Attacks on Israel have surged by a significant margin since October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a devastating surprise attack on Israel. According to Microsoft’s annual Digital Defense Report, Israel is now the top target for … Read more
More data breaches in three major US banks exposed sensitive customer information, sparking views on the increasing vulnerability of financial institutions to cyber threats against their customer privacy and security. Notable among the major US banks that experienced data breaches recently are Citizens Bank, Truist Bank, and First National Bank. Hundreds of customers of the … Read more
Recently, a new kind of cyber threat has emerged in the name of Android Malware ‘Necro,’ a form of Android malware that infected more than 11 million devices along with malicious SDK supply chain attacks through Google Play. This is quite shocking and portrays how the level of sophistication in cybercrimes is increasing and how … Read more