Cyber Security Headlines FTC’s warning to 23andMe buyer, global phishing threats, Samsung breach
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Apr 1, 2025 The FTC raises alarms about genetic data privacy related to a potential 23andMe buyer. A global phishing threat is affecting 88 countries, utilizing clever tactics to lure victims. Meanwhile, Samsung faces scrutiny for a breach connected to outdated stolen credentials. North Korean operatives are exploiting job applications for infiltration, posing significant risks. Lastly, the resurgence of the Quackbot Banking Trojan reveals new deceptive methods, while the EU invests heavily in cybersecurity to combat these evolving threats.
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FTC's Warning to 23andMe Buyer
- The FTC advises 23andMe buyers to honor existing privacy policies.
- Users should retain control over their genetic data, even in bankruptcy.
Global Phishing Threat
- Phishing-as-a-service platform "Lucid" targets 169 entities in 88 countries.
- It bypasses spam filters using iMessage and RCS to deliver large-scale phishing campaigns.
Samsung Data Breach
- Samsung experienced a data breach of 270,000 customer records in Germany.
- Stolen credentials from a 2021 Raccoon Infostealer infection, unchanged for four years, were exploited.