Microsoft overhauls security for publishing Edge extensions

Microsoft has introduced an updated version of the “Publish API for Edge extension developers” that increases the security for developer accounts and the updating of browser extensions. When first publishing a new Microsoft Edge browser extension, developers are required to submit it through the Partner Center. Once approved, subsequent updates can be done through the Partner […]

JPCERT shares Windows Event Log tips to detect ransomware attacks

Japan’s Computer Emergency Response Center (JPCERT/CC) has shared tips on detecting different ransomware gang’s attacks based on entries in Windows Event Logs, providing timely detection of ongoing attacks before they spread too far into a network. JPCERT/CC says the technique can be valuable when responding to ransomware attacks, and identifying the attack vector among various […]

Iranian hackers charged for ‘hack-and-leak’ plot to influence election

Image: MidjourneyThe U.S. Department of Justice unsealed an indictment charging three Iranian hackers with a “hack-and-leak” campaign that aimed to influence the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Iranian nationals Masoud Jalili, Seyyed Ali Aghamiri, and Yaser Balaghi worked for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to hack the accounts of current and former U.S. officials, individuals […]

U.S. charges Joker’s Stash and Rescator money launderers

The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has announced charges against two Russian nationals for operating billion-dollar money laundering services for cybercriminals, including ransomware groups. The charges involve money laundering, bank fraud, and facilitating websites that sell stolen credit card information and personal data. The two individuals are Sergey Ivanov, using the alias “Taleon,”and Timur Shakhmametov (a.k.a. “JokerStash” […]

Microsoft: Windows Recall now can be removed, is more secure

​Microsoft has announced security and privacy upgrades to its AI-powered Windows Recall feature, which now can be removed and has stronger default protection for user data and tighter access controls. Today’s announcement comes in response to customer pushback requesting stronger default data privacy and security protections, which prompted the company to delay its public release […]

Embargo ransomware escalates attacks to cloud environments

Microsoft warns that ransomware threat actor Storm-0501 has recently switched tactics and now targets hybrid cloud environments, expanding its strategy to compromise all victim assets. The threat actor first emerged in 2021 as a ransomware affiliate for the Sabbath ransomware operation. Later they started to deploy file-encrypting malware from Hive, BlackCat, LockBit, and Hunters International gangs. […]