Hackers & Threats

In November of the previous year, Costa Rica's largest oil refinery faced a potentially disastrous ransomware attack. This event marked the inaugural real-world deployment of the United States State Department's new cyber rapid response program, named the Foreign Assistance Leveraged for

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, recent developments have highlighted significant shifts in tactics and technologies. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in both offensive and defensive strategies, coupled with novel ransomware methods, is

The UK Government has unveiled a consultation document titled "Ransomware legislative proposals: reducing payments to cyber criminals and increasing incident reporting," aimed at addressing the escalating threat of ransomware attacks. Released on January 14, 2025, the document outlines

As we approach 2025, the fast-changing cybersecurity environment necessitates a strategic approach to combat the increasingly sophisticated cyber threats driven by technological advancements. Both organizations and individuals must enhance their responsiveness by understanding emerging threats and

In recent months, the threat landscape has evolved with ransomware campaigns exploiting the functionalities of Microsoft’s Office 365 platform, with two particular groups of threat actors becoming prominent. Sophos X-Ops’ Managed Detection and Response (MDR) has been actively responding to inc

Recent technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are dynamically reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in profound ways. These technologies, while offering numerous benefits, also introduce new vulnerabilities and amplify