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This monthly cyber recap, curated by our Cybersecurity Team, lists recent significant cybersecurity events, news, and breaches to keep you in-the-know on current cyber-incidents and provide recommendations.
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Cybercriminals are turning LinkedIn into a prime phishing ground, taking advantage of users’ trust in professional connections. By exploiting the platform’s professional nature, they’re tricking users into revealing credentials or downloading malware.
A ransomware gang gained access to Nevada’s IT network after a state employee unknowingly clicked a malicious ad for a fake software tool, installing a backdoor that let attackers in. Using the stolen credentials, they encrypted critical systems across more than 60 agencies, disrupting operations and showing how one simple mistake can lead to a massive breach.
A large phishing campaign known as ClickFix is targeting hotel systems with fake update prompts that install PureRAT malware. Once inside, attackers gain remote access to networks and can steal data or deploy further payloads.
The University of Pennsylvania disclosed that attackers accessed sensitive data from a recent breach, affecting students, staff, and affiliates. The school is investigating the scope of the theft and offering support to those impacted.
Peer-to-peer lender, Prosper, confirmed a major data breach exposing personal and financial details of over 17 million users. The company says the intrusion stemmed from compromised admin credentials now contained.
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