US EditionIranian Spear-Phishing Attack Impersonates Google, Outlook, And Yahoo Domains - Cybernoz - Cybersecurity News
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This relative tranquillity questions the real Iranian cyber capabilities: "The techniques used are not particularly sophisticated"
FBI reports nearly 200,000 phishing attacks as tactics evolve
BALTIMORE, MD—Phishing remains the most prevalent cybercrime in the U.S., with the FBI’s latest Internet Crime Report revealing more than 193,000 complaints last year alone. Cybersecurity experts at ZeroBounce warn that these attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, utilizing subtle tactics designed to bypass traditional detection methods and trick even experienced users. Vlad Cristescu, Head of Cybersecurity at ZeroBounce, highlighted f…
[Digital Daily Reporter Kim Bo-min] Analysis has shown that state-sponsored hacking organizations are using generative artificial intelligence (AI) services to enhance their attacks. In particular, it was revealed that AI is being used in the 'spear phishing' technique, which targets users active in virtual asset communities and makes precise threats. Lee Seul-gi, a senior researcher at the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), said at 'S2W S…
Iranian Spear-Phishing Attack Impersonates Google, Outlook, And Yahoo Domains - Cybernoz - Cybersecurity News
Check Point Research has uncovered a renewed global spear-phishing campaign orchestrated by the Iranian threat actor Educated Manticore, also known as APT42, Charming Kitten, and Mint Sandstorm. Linked to the IRGC Intelligence Organization, this group has intensified its operations amid growing Iran-Israel tensions, targeting high-value individuals with meticulously crafted attacks. The campaign, which has seen a surge in activity over the past …
Israeli cyber and computer science experts phished by Iran-linked APT42
Tel Aviv-based Check Point says an Iranian group tracked as APT42, Educated Manticore, Charming Kitten and Mint Sandstorm used email and messaging apps to get Israeli targets to give up information like two-factor authentication codes.
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