"Highline Public Schools Confirms Ransomware Behind Shutdown"

"Highline Public Schools Confirms Ransomware Behind Shutdown"

Recently K-12 school district Highline Public Schools confirmed that a ransomware attack forced it to shut down all schools in early September.  Highline Public Schools has over 2,000 staff members and offers programs ranging from early childhood education to college preparation.  Highline's central office remained open, and staff were instructed to report for work.  The district also started investigating the attack's impact and working to restore systems with help from third-party, state, and federal partners.

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"Universal Music Group Admits Data Breach"

"Universal Music Group Admits Data Breach"

Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the world’s largest music corporations, has recently disclosed a data breach that occurred in mid-July 2024. According to the company, the breach may have exposed the personal information of 680 US residents. In the filing, UMG said it detected unauthorized activity in one of its internal applications on July 15, prompting an immediate investigation involving third-party cybersecurity experts.

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"AT&T, Verizon Reportedly Hacked to Target US Govt Wiretapping Platform"

"AT&T, Verizon Reportedly Hacked to Target US Govt Wiretapping Platform"

Multiple U.S. broadband providers, including Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies, have recently announced that they were breached by a Chinese hacking group called Salt Typhoon.  According to researchers, the purpose of the attack is for intelligence collection, as the hackers might have had access to systems used by the U.S. federal government for court-authorized network wiretapping requests.  According to researchers, "for months or longer, the hackers might have held access to network infrastructure used to cooperate with lawful U.S.

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ODSC West

"Since 2015, ODSC has been the essential event for AI and data science practitioners, business leaders, and those reskilling into AI. It offers cutting-edge workshops, hands-on training, strategic insights, and thought leadership. Whether deepening technical skills, transforming a business with AI, or pivoting into an AI-driven career, ODSC provides unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and professional growth."

ISMG Virtual Government Cybersecurity Summit

"The 2024 ISMG Virtual Government Cybersecurity Summit hosted by GovInfoSecurity will address essential themes pivotal to the future of cybersecurity across both the public and private sectors. A key focus will be the importance of partnerships between government and industry to build cyber resilience through trust-building, information sharing, and enhanced incident response. Additionally, the summit will delve into Russia’s Hybrid Cyber Warfare, analyzing how Russian state-sanctioned groups like Cozy Bear and Lockbit have targeted U.S.

Intel IT Modernization Summit

"The 8th Annual Intel IT Modernization Summit will convene senior level experts, policymakers, and innovators from across the intelligence community, Military services, U.S. government, and industry to highlight advanced technologies and strategies aimed at modernizing IT infrastructure to ensure robust intelligence capabilities. The 2024 Summit will highlight current and future strategies and collaborations to drive transformation of the DoD and the IC’s digital landscape through innovative IT solutions."

"So Far, Cybercriminals Appear to Be Just Shopping Around for a Telegram Alternative"

"So Far, Cybercriminals Appear to Be Just Shopping Around for a Telegram Alternative"

Intel 471 researchers say most cybercriminals may stay with Telegram despite the app becoming less friendly for them. According to Intel 471, several hacker seemed have had plans to switch platforms after Telegram founder Pavel Durov's arrest and pledge to fight illegal activity on the app. Due to its convenience and reach, the researchers believe most cybercriminals who use the app will stay on it.

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"CRI Releases Guidance on Avoiding Ransomware Payments"

"CRI Releases Guidance on Avoiding Ransomware Payments"

The Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) has released new guidance to encourage organizations to consider other options before giving in to cybercriminals' ransomware demands. The new guidance aims to minimize the impact of a ransomware incident as well as reduce the number and size of ransoms paid by victims. The guidance discourages businesses from paying but acknowledges that there are situations where victims may be pressured to pay. However, the UK government does not condone ransom payments.

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"Thousands of DrayTek Routers at Risk From 14 Vulnerabilities"

"Thousands of DrayTek Routers at Risk From 14 Vulnerabilities"

Tens of thousands of DrayTek routers, including models used by many businesses and government agencies, are at risk of attack due to 14 newly discovered firmware vulnerabilities. Several flaws could lead to Denial-of-Service (DoS) and Remote Code Execution (RCE) attacks. The other vulnerabilities enable threat actors to carry out data theft, session hijacking, and other malicious activities. This article continues to discuss the vulnerabilities impacting thousands of DrayTek routers.

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"Ransomware Hits Critical Infrastructure Hard, Costs Adding Up"

"Ransomware Hits Critical Infrastructure Hard, Costs Adding Up"

Claroty surveyed 1,100 cybersecurity professionals responsible for securing Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), including Operational Technology (OT), Internet of Things (IoT), Building Management Systems (BMS), and more. The survey found that 45 percent of organizations suffered losses of $500,000 or more in the past year, and 27 percent faced losses of $1 million or more.

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