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https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/current-activity/2021/10/18/cisa-fbi-and-nsa-release-joint-cybersecurity-advisory-blackmatter

CISA, FBI, and NSA Release Joint Cybersecurity Advisory on BlackMatter Ransomware | CISA CISA, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the National Security Agency (NSA) have released joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA): BlackMatter Ransomware.

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/current-activity/2021/05/06/cisa-releases-analysis-reports-new-fivehands-ransomware

CISA Releases Analysis Reports on New FiveHands Ransomware | CISA CISA is aware of a recent, successful cyberattack against an organization using a new ransomware variant, known as FiveHands, that has been used to successfully conduct a cyberattack against an organization.

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/alerts/aa21-042a

Compromise of U.S. Water Treatment Facility | CISA On February 5, 2021, unidentified cyber actors obtained unauthorized access to the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system at a U.S. drinking water treatment plant. The unidentified actors used the SCADA system’s software to increase the amount of sodium hydroxide, also known as ly...

https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/current-activity/2021/01/26/ftc-reports-scammers-impersonating-ftc

FTC Reports Scammers Impersonating FTC | CISA The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released information on scammers attempting to impersonate the FTC. The scammers operate an FTC-spoofed website that claims to provide instant cash payments and tries to trick consumers into disclosing their financial information. The real FTC does not require....

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST19-001

Protecting Against Ransomware | CISA What is ransomware?Ransomware is a type of malware threat actors use to infect computers and encrypt computer files until a ransom is paid. (See Protecting Against Malicious Code for more information on malware.) After the initial infection, ransomware will attempt to spread to connected systems, in...

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2020/06/18/cert-nz-releases-advisory-ransomware-campaign

CERT NZ Releases Advisory on Ransomware Campaign | CISA The New Zealand Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT NZ) has released an advisory on a ransomware campaign leveraging remote access technologies. Malicious cyber actors are targeting organizations’ networks through remote access tools, such as Remote Desktop Protocol and virtual private networks...

Defender Protection, Inc. updated their business hours.

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2019/08/14/microsoft-releases-security-updates-address-remote-code-ex*****on

Microsoft Releases Security Updates to Address Remote Code Ex*****on Vulnerabilities | CISA Microsoft has released security updates to address two remote code ex*****on vulnerabilities, CVE-2019-1181 and CVE-2019-1182, in the following operating systems:

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https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2019/08/06/swapgs-spectre-side-channel-vulnerability

SWAPGS Spectre Side-Channel Vulnerability | CISA The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is aware of a vulnerability (CVE-2019-1125) known as SWAPGS, which is a variant of Spectre Variant 1—that affects modern computer processors. This vulnerability can be exploited to steal sensitive data present in a computer systems' memor...

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/beatthescammers/article-6298379/Pay-ransom-watch-wreck-life-Computer-menace-driving-victims-suicide.html

Fraud email that claims you've been filmed watching p**n The ‘ransom’ email explains that you have been caught viewing an adult website – captured on your computer’s camera.

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA18-145A

Cyber Actors Target Home and Office Routers and Networked Devices Worldwide | US-CERT The size and scope of this infrastructure impacted by VPNFilter malware is significant. The persistent VPNFilter malware linked to this infrastructure targets a variety of SOHO routers and network-attached storage devices. The initial exploit vector for this malware is currently unknown.

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA18-086A

Brute Force Attacks Conducted by Cyber Actors | US-CERT In a traditional brute-force attack, a malicious actor attempts to gain unauthorized access to a single account by guessing the password. This can quickly result in a targeted account getting locked-out, as commonly used account-lockout policies allow 3-to-5 bad attempts during a set period of time....

Beware of Apple iTunes App Store Invoice Phishing Emails

https://www.onlinethreatalerts.com/article/2016/8/17/beware-of-apple-itunes-invoice-phishing-emails/

onlinethreatalerts.com Apple customers are asked to be aware of fake email invoices (see below) claiming that they have purchased products from Apple's A...

Some Home Security Systems May Be Scams

Unscrupulous door-to-door sales agents use a variety of approaches and pitches to get you to buy an alarm system and monitoring services. Here's what to look out for:

https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0195-some-home-security-systems-may-be-scams

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Ransomware and Recent Variants

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA16-091A

us-cert.gov In early 2016, destructive ransomware variants such as Locky and Samas were observed infecting computers belonging to individuals and businesses, which included healthcare facilities and hospitals worldwide. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users’ acce...

Police: Beware fake door-to-door salespeople

http://www.ksdk.com/news/local/police-beware-fake-door-to-door-salespeople/453195582

ksdk.com A Five On Your Side investigates alert: People knocking on your door claiming they represent your alarm company. But once they're inside, you and your home have become a target for burglary.

‘Can you hear me?’ Scam has police warning people to hang up immediately

fox5sandiego.com 'Can you hear me?' It is a simple question, but police say answering it could make you the victim of a scam.

There’s an app for that (but it might be fake) | Consumer Information

Fake apps may steal personal information such as credit card numbers.
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/theres-app-it-might-be-fake

consumer.ftc.gov As more and more consumers are shopping with mobile apps, fraudsters are following the money. There are fake phone apps popping up that impersonate well-known retailers in order to steal your personal information. Their names are similar to well-known brands, and their descriptions promise enticing…

Bank Robbery at Cedar Springs

https://dpdbeat.com/2016/12/13/bank-robbery-at-cedar-springs/

dpdbeat.com On December 12, 2016, at approximately 2:36 p.m., the suspect entered the Bank of America located at 4023 Cedar Springs in Dallas, Texas. The suspect approached the cashier and stated he had a weap…

Apple Releases Security Updates

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/09/13/Apple-Releases-Security-Updates

us-cert.gov Apple has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in watchOS, Xcode, and iOS. Exploitation of one of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. Users and administrators are encouraged to review the Apple security page for watchOS, Xcode, and...

Apple Releases Security Update

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/08/25/Apple-Releases-Security-Update

us-cert.gov Apple has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilites in iOS. Exploitation of some of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system. The update is for iPhone 4s and later, iPad 2 and later, and iPod touch (5th generation) and later.

Avoid Phone Scams | Cybercriminal Tech Support Scam | Security Threats

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/safety/online-privacy/avoid-phone-scams.aspx

microsoft.com Avoid phone scams including cybercriminal tech support scams that call your telephone and request personal information. Prevent these and other security threats with help from Microsoft Security.

Some Home Security Systems May Be Scams | Consumer Information

https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0195-some-home-security-systems-may-be-scams

consumer.ftc.gov Everyone wants to feel safe in their home, so when home security salespeople come knocking, their pitch can be convincing. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation's consumer protection agency, and your state Attorney General urge you to use caution when you consider what security system sales...

IC3 Warns of Extortion Email Schemes

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/06/01/IC3-Warns-Extortion-Email-Schemes

us-cert.gov The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued an alert on extortion schemes that relate to recent high-profile data thefts. Fraudsters often use the news release of high-profile data breaches scare victims into clicking on a link or paying a ransom. US-CERT encourages users to review the [IC3...

IRS Warns of Continued Scams, Varied Tactics as the Tax Deadline Nears

https://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/IRS-Warns-of-Continued-Scams-and-Varied-Tactics-as-the-Tax-Deadline-Nears

irs.gov WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued a warning that scammers may try using the April 18 tax deadline to prey on hard-working taxpayers by impersonating the IRS and others with fake phone calls and emails. Even after the tax deadline passes, taxpayers should know the telltale signs…

Official-sounding calls about an email hack | Consumer Information

https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/official-sounding-calls-about-email-hack

consumer.ftc.gov There’s a new twist on tech-support scams — you know, the one where crooks try to get access to your computer or sensitive information by offering to “fix” a computer problem that doesn’t actually exist. Lately, we’ve heard reports that people are getting calls from someone claiming to be from the G…

Securing Your Home Network

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST15-002

us-cert.gov Why secure your home router? Home routers are directly accessible from the Internet, are easily discoverable, are usually continuously powered-on, and are frequently vulnerable because of their default configuration. These characteristics offer an intruder the perfect target to obtain a user’s perso…

IRS Releases First in a Series of Tax Security Tips

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/11/27/IRS-Releases-First-Series-Tax-Security-Tips

us-cert.gov The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the first in a series of tips intended to increase public awareness of how to protect personal and financial data online and at home. A new tip will be available each Monday through the start of the tax season in January, and will continue through the…

Advice To Citizens Regarding Safe Transactions

http://houstontx.gov/police/safe-transactions.htm

houstontx.gov It is common for citizens to buy and sell property to people where the source of the transaction originated via the internet, newspaper, or other means of modem commerce. In instances where the buyer and seller are not known to each other, personal safety is an important factor in the transaction. U…

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IC3 Issues Alert on Gift Card Scams

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/06/11/IC3-Issues-Alert-Gift-Card-Scams

us-cert.gov The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released an alert warning consumers of fraud around the resale of gift cards.

Mozilla Releases Security Updates for Firefox, Firefox ESR, and Thunderbird

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/02/24/Mozilla-Releases-Security-Updates-Firefox-Firefox-ESR-and

us-cert.gov The Mozilla Foundation has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Firefox, Firefox ESR, and Thunderbird. Exploitation of these vulnerabilities may allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information or execute arbitrary code on an affected system.Updates available inclu…

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2015 - All vehicles under 8500 pounds (pretty much everything on 4-6 wheels) sold in the US have an EDR (Event Data Recorder - aka "blackbox" ). EDR installation started in the mid 90s. Below is a list of vehicles that have an EDR.

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Norse - IPViking Live

http://map.ipviking.com/

map.ipviking.com Every second, Norse collects and analyzes live threat intelligence from darknets in hundreds of locations in over 40 countries. The attacks shown are based on a small subset of live flows against the Norse honeypot infrastructure, representing actual worldwide cyber attacks by bad actors. At a glanc…