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7/31/2024
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Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns
Law Enforcement and Public Safety
Bank accounts for at least 2 Columbus officers hacked as city deals with ransomware attack Amid a citywide ransomware attack, the bank accounts of at least two officers from the Columbus Division of Police were hacked. Sources report that the city is grappling with the broader implications of the cyberattack, which has compromised personal financial security.
Technology and Business
Microsoft down: Outage was caused by cyber attack, company says Microsoft confirmed that a cyber attack was responsible for a recent outage, which disrupted access to several apps and features. The company's efforts to mitigate the attack inadvertently exacerbated the situation, leading to extended downtime.
Hottest selling product on the darknet: Hacked GenAI accounts Stolen credentials for Generative AI platforms like ChatGPT and Quillbot have become a hot commodity on the darknet. These hacked accounts provide unauthorized access to restricted data, posing significant security risks for GenAI providers and their users.
Ransomware Group Claim They've Stolen 200GB Worth Of Player Data From Epic Games -The Mogilevich Group claims to have hacked Epic Games, stealing approximately 200GB of player data. The breach underscores the persistent threat of ransomware attacks on major gaming companies and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
Social Media and Celebrities
Chief Keef Claims X/Twitter Account Was “Hacked” After Posting Donald Trump Endorsement - Chief Keef announced on Instagram that his X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked after a controversial endorsement of Donald Trump was posted. The Chicago rapper assured fans that the message was not from him, attributing it to unauthorized access.
Healthcare
North Korean hacker indicted for 2022 hospital cyberattacks - A North Korean hacker has been indicted for orchestrating cyberattacks on U.S. hospitals in 2022. The hacker targeted healthcare facilities, compromising their networks and endangering patient data and hospital operations.
University of Minnesota investigating a data breach, notified law enforcement - The University of Minnesota is investigating a data breach involving information from 2021 and earlier. University officials have notified law enforcement, though the full extent of the breach remains unclear.
Crime and Public Incidents
Man used TikTok hack in Walmart theft spree, police say A man in Newnan, Georgia, allegedly used a hack learned on TikTok to steal thousands of dollars from Walmart. Surveillance footage from the store captured the suspect's actions, leading to an ongoing police investigation.
Cyber Crime: Phone Hacked, Rs 18.30 Lakh Stolen from Bank Accounts - Cybercriminals hacked the phone of a 56-year-old man, stealing over Rs 18.30 lakh from his bank accounts. The incident highlights the growing threat of mobile phone hacking and the significant financial losses it can cause.
