CyberWire Daily Grappling with a ransomware attack.
Nov 27, 2024
Damon Fleury, Chief Product Officer at SpyCloud and expert in digital identity, joins the conversation to tackle the surge in cyber threats during the holiday season. He emphasizes the need for comprehensive digital identity strategies to bolster cyber defense. The discussion highlights new malware delivery methods exploiting gaming engines and the implications of AI-driven scams for consumers. Fleury also sheds light on the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and the importance of adapting cybersecurity education to address modern threats.
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Starbucks Impacted by Ransomware Attack
- Starbucks faces disruptions due to a ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, impacting employee payments.
- The attack involved access to Blue Yonder's private cloud, deletion of backup storage, and encryption of data centers.
Cyber Week Shopping Safety
- Verify website URLs and use secure payment methods when shopping online during Cyber Week.
- Avoid deals that seem too good to be true to mitigate holiday shopping threats.
Godot Engine Exploited for Malware
- Godot Engine, an open-source game engine, has been exploited to deliver malware via GDScript.
- This new technique allows threat actors to execute code and deploy malware undetected by antivirus engines.