CyberSec Roundup
A synopsis of the Latest Cybersecurity News

Omicron News Used to Spread Malware

Cybercriminals are using Omicron’s dominance of the news cycle to distribute Redline malware. These threat actors have sent COVID-themed emails to people in at least 12 countries worldwide, which contain the malware. If opened, the malware steals all of the usernames and passwords stored on the victim’s computer. These credentials are then sold on the dark web for as low as $10.

Hensoldt Hacked

The German multinational defense contractor confirmed that some of their UK subsidiary’s systems were hit with a ransomware attack. They did not provide many details about the attack; however, they did disclose that the Lorenz ransomware group was behind the attack.

Russia cracks down on REvil

At the request of the Americans, Russia’s Federal Security Service disclosed that they arrested several members of the REvil ransomware group and shutdown their operations. The operation saw the FSB conduct raids at 25 addresses in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Leningrad and Lipetsk. Several REvil members have been detained and charged, with many of their assets seized, from crypto wallets to millions of rubles and luxury cars. Russia appears to be heeding the warning from the G7 leaders to seriously tackle ransomware groups within their borders.

By: David Pinder
IT & Security Consultant
Certified Ethical Hacker (Master)