Marla Pairira

FunkSec, a relatively new player in the cybercrime arena, has been making waves with its aggressive tactics and use of AI. Emerging in October 2024, this ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group has quickly gained notoriety. But is FunkSec a genuine ransomware threat, or are they merely hacktivists

Phishing scams have evolved significantly over the years, with hackers employing increasingly sophisticated methods to deceive users. One of the latest trends involves fake Zoom conference phishing attacks, which have resulted in substantial financial losses, particularly in the realm of

The cybersecurity landscape has evolved dramatically over the past decade, with state-sponsored hacking groups emerging as significant threats to national security. Among these, Chinese government-backed hacking groups have garnered particular attention due to their sophisticated techniques and

Ransomware attacks have become a persistent and escalating threat in 2024, targeting various sectors and causing severe disruptions and extensive data theft. The frequency and sophistication of these cyberattacks have increased, affecting finance, healthcare, public services, and utilities. This

In today's digital age, businesses face an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats that can have devastating consequences. Establishing a reliable cybersecurity framework is crucial for protecting business operations. Cyber threat intelligence plays a pivotal role in this framework by

In an ambitious project spanning a decade, Temple University in Philadelphia has diligently tracked ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure, providing invaluable insights into this pressing cybersecurity threat. Spearheaded by Professor Aunshul Rege and PhD candidate Rachel Bleiman,

The cybercrime ecosystem, particularly the ransomware landscape, has undergone significant changes following proactive law enforcement takedowns in 2024, fundamentally reshaping the broader ransomware environment. These transformative actions by law enforcement agencies have disrupted the