CyberWire Daily

Taking aim at cybercrime.

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Nov 26, 2024
Clemence Poirier, a Senior Cyberdefense Researcher at ETH Zurich, dives into the thrilling world of cybersecurity attacks in space. She discusses the alarming rise of threats targeting space systems amid the Ukraine conflict, with a spotlight on the Viasat cyber attack. Poirier also highlights the role of hacktivist groups like CyberVolk and their unique challenges in hacking space networks. Additionally, she addresses the complexities of protecting space cybersecurity and the implications of emerging tech vulnerabilities in this new frontier.
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ANECDOTE

Thai Cybercrime Bust

  • Thai authorities busted two Chinese cybercrime syndicates.
  • One syndicate made 700 million scam calls, the other sent a million phishing texts.
INSIGHT

CyberVolk Tactics

  • CyberVolk, a hacktivist group, targets nations opposing Russian interests with ransomware.
  • Unlike other hacktivists, they use ransomware and information-stealing malware.
ANECDOTE

NHS Cyberattack

  • Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust in England declared a major incident due to a cyberattack.
  • This is the third major cyber incident for NHS units this year.
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