02-Sep-2024: Palo Alto VPN Impersonation, DFS Cyberattack, and Fake Roblox Packages Exposed

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, your daily dose of cybersecurity news and analysis. In today's episode, we dive into the latest breaches and threats surfacing in the digital world. First up, researchers have identified a nefarious malware mimicking Palo Alto's GlobalProtect VPN software, with Middle Eastern users bearing the brunt. Believed to be politically motivated, this malware aims to infiltrate high-profile sectors. To combat this, ensure your software origins are verified and your cybersecurity measures are up to date. Next, Deutsche Flugsicherung (DFS), responsible for German Air Traffic Control, experiences a cyberattack attributed to the notorious pro-Russian group APT28 (Fancy Bear). Despite communication disruptions, air traffic remains unaffected. German authorities are working tirelessly to fortify infrastructure defenses. Shifting focus, we've discovered malicious npm packages masquerading as the popular Roblox API library "noblox.js". These packages threaten developers by stealing sensitive credentials. Developers are advised to authenticate their downloads and enhance security protocols. In other news, ransomware attacks are surging globally, pressuring businesses of all sizes. Experts demand stronger international collaboration to tackle this escalating threat. Finally, a new phishing campaign has surfaced within China, targeting Windows users with sophisticated malware. This calls for increased vigilance and stronger cyber defenses. Tune in tomorrow for your daily briefing with Hacked dAily, where we bring clarity to the cyber chaos. Stay secure!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure. Checkout cytadel.co.uk for more information.