data breach

Pierluigi Paganini April 05, 2025
Port of Seattle ‘s August data breach impacted 90,000 people

Port of Seattle is notifying 90,000 people of a data breach after personal data was stolen in a ransomware attack in August 2024. In August 2024, a cyber attack hit the Port of Seattle, which also operates the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The attack impacted websites and phone systems. According to The Seattle Times, the cyber […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 30, 2025
SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 39

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Microsoft Trusted Signing service abused to code-sign malware Shedding light on the ABYSSWORKER driver  VSCode Marketplace Removes Two Extensions Deploying Early-Stage Ransomware New Android Malware Campaigns Evading Detection Using Cross-Platform Framework .NET MAUI   Raspberry Robin: Copy […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 30, 2025
Security Affairs newsletter Round 517 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. FBI and DOJ seize $8.2 Million in romance baiting crypto fraud scheme Experts warn of the new sophisticate […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 30, 2025
Sam’s Club Investigates Alleged Cl0p Ransomware Breach

The Walmart-owned membership warehouse club chain Sam’s Club is investigating claims of a Cl0p ransomware security breach. Sam’s Club is a membership warehouse club chain in the United States, owned by Walmart. Founded in 1983 by Sam Walton, Walmart’s founder, as Sam’s Wholesale Club, it was renamed Sam’s Club in 1990. These stores operate on a bulk […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 27, 2025
Arkana Security group claims the hack of US telco provider WideOpenWest (WOW!)

Arkana Security, a new ransomware group, claims to have breached the telecommunications provider WideOpenWest (WOW!). The new ransomware group Arkana Security claims to have hacked US telecom provider WOW!, stealing customer data. WideOpenWest (WOW!) is a US-based telecommunications company that provides broadband internet, cable TV, and phone services. It operates mainly in the Midwest and […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 24, 2025
Cloak ransomware group hacked the Virginia Attorney General’s Office

The Cloak ransomware group claims responsibility for a cyberattack on the Virginia Attorney General’s Office that occurred in February. The ransomware group Cloak has claimed responsibility for a February cyberattack on the Virginia Attorney General Office. A cyberattack on the Virginia Attorney General’s Office forced officials to shut down IT systems, including email and VPN, […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 23, 2025
SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 38

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Decrypting Encrypted files from Akira Ransomware (Linux/ESXI variant 2024) using a bunch of GPUs  Jaguar Land Rover Breached by HELLCAT Ransomware Group Using Its Infostealer Playbook—Then a Second Hacker Strikes  ClearFake’s New Widespread Variant: Increased Web3 […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 23, 2025
Security Affairs newsletter Round 516 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. U.S. Treasury removed sanctions against the crypto mixer service Tornado Cash Zero-day broker Operation Zero offers up to […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 20, 2025
Pennsylvania State Education Association data breach impacts 500,000 individuals

A data breach at the Pennsylvania State Education Association exposed the personal information of over 500,000 individuals. The Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) suffered a data breach that impacted 517,487 individuals. PSEA is a labor union representing teachers, education support professionals, and other school employees in Pennsylvania. It advocates for public education, negotiates contracts, and […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 19, 2025
California Cryobank, the largest US sperm bank, disclosed a data breach

California Cryobank, the largest US sperm bank, suffered a data breach exposing customer information. California Cryobank (CCB) is the largest sperm bank in the U.S., providing frozen donor sperm and reproductive services, including egg and embryo storage. It operates in all 50 states and over 30 countries worldwide, helping individuals and couples with fertility treatments. […]