Cybercrime

The developer of popular video game franchises took swift action to prevent the attack from spreading further across its systems

Scammers even run their own dark-web “travel agencies”, misusing stolen loyalty points and credit card numbers

Some footage has already appeared on adult sites, with cybercriminals offering lifetime access to the entire loot for US$150

The sting is said to be the US Government’s largest operation targeting crime in the internet’s seedy underbelly

What are some common strategies cybercriminals employ in extortion schemes and how can you mitigate the chances of falling victim to a cyber-shakedown?

The cyberattack, which affected 14 inboxes belonging to the Department of Justice, was confirmed by ESET researchers

The extortionists attempt to scare the targets into paying by claiming to represent some of the world’s most notorious APT groups

Several services, including the national revenue agency, had to be shut down following a series of credential-stuffing attacks

Armed with personal data stolen from the hotel's dining reservation system, fraudsters trick guests into handing over their credit card details