Risky Bulletin Risky Bulletin: Israel-linked hackers claim Iran bank disruption
Jun 18, 2025
An Israeli-linked hacktivist group claims responsibility for disrupting an Iranian bank, shedding light on escalating cyber warfare. Meanwhile, a historic German napkin company falls victim to a ransomware attack, highlighting vulnerabilities in even the oldest businesses. New security measures are introduced in Google Chrome to combat local network threats. Additionally, Europol successfully dismantles the Archetyp dark web market, illustrating the ongoing battle against cybercrime.
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Predatory Sparrow Attacks Iranian Bank
- The hacktivist group Predatory Sparrow wiped the service of Iranian bank SEPA, disrupting ATMs and payments.
- This attack occurred during an Israeli military operation targeting Iran's nuclear and military assets.
Chrome Prompts Local Network Access
- Google Chrome will prompt users before websites connect to their local hosts or networks.
- This feature prevents exploitation of local devices for malicious activities like ad fraud.
Century-Old Firm Collapses After Ransomware
- Farzana, a 100-year-old German napkin company, filed for insolvency after a May ransomware attack.
- Although operations resumed, the company lost millions of euros due to unfulfilled orders.