06-Sep-2024 Ransomware Threats Surge: Cicada3301, Planned Parenthood Breach, Lowe's Scam Unveiled

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Your quick daily dive into the latest in cybersecurity trends and incidents. In today's episode, we delve into the emergence of a new ransomware-as-a-service group, Cicada3301, which is leeching off the fame of the legitimate puzzle group to target global companies. Dubbed by some as a rebrand of the ALPHV/BlackCat group, this entity employs double-extortion attacks, leveraging the Brutus botnet to increase their reach. We also explore a recent cybersecurity report indicating that 83% of organizations worldwide experienced at least one ransomware attack in the past year. This alarming rise suggests an urgent need for improved security systems and the adoption of proactive defense strategies. In a significant privacy breach, the dreaded RansomHub group has targeted Planned Parenthood, allegedly pilfering 93 gigabytes of confidential data. With personal information and internal communications compromised, the incident calls for immediate action from authorities and cybersecurity experts. Lastly, Lowe's employees have been caught in a malvertising campaign, where hackers inserted deceptive ads to phish for sensitive information via fraudulent login pages. This highlights the growing sophistication of attacks that require heightened corporate vigilance. Join us tomorrow as we continue to break down the evolving landscape of cyber threats on Hacked dAily. Stay safe out there!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.