CISA Issues Urgent Directive for F5 Device Vulnerabilities Amid Nation-State Cyberattack
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent directive ordering federal agencies to take immediate action against vulnerabilities in F5 devices. This directive follows the compromise of F5 systems by a nation-state affiliated cyber actor, leading to data exfiltration and potential attacks on federal networks.
By Sp0rad1c • 10/17/2025
Georgia Tech Research Corporation Settles Cybersecurity Violations for $875,000
Georgia Tech Research Corporation has agreed to settle allegations of cybersecurity negligence related to Department of Defense contracts. This settlement highlights the ongoing risks associated with weak cybersecurity practices among contractors, which can jeopardize sensitive government data and national security.
By Sp0rad1c • 10/2/2025
Ghanaian Nationals Extradited for $100 Million Romance Scam Operation
Four Ghanaian nationals have been extradited to the U.S. for their involvement in a fraudulent organization that stole over $100 million through romance scams and other methods. This operation highlights the growing threat of online scams targeting vulnerable individuals and businesses.
By Sp0rad1c • 10/2/2025
BreachForums Founder Sentenced: Unraveling the Dark World of Cybercrime
Conor Fitzpatrick, the founder of BreachForums, a major online marketplace for stolen data, has been resentenced to three years in prison after being implicated in a wide array of cybercrimes, including possession of child sexual abuse material.
By Sp0rad1c • 10/1/2025
Two East Pierce County Residents Plead Guilty to Dark Web Fentanyl Distribution
Trevor Stephen Haahr and Kaeli Arielle Albert have admitted to conspiring to sell fentanyl pills through a dark web marketplace in a case highlighting the dangers of online drug trafficking.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/29/2025
CISA and UK NCSC Release Important Guidance to Secure Operational Technology Systems
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have issued crucial joint guidance aimed at bolstering the security of Operational Technology (OT) systems. This article explores the significance of their recommendations and what organizations and users need to do to safeguard against cybersecurity threats.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/29/2025
Unmasking a Cybercriminal: The Case Against Thalha Jubair
Thalha Jubair, a UK national, faces serious charges in a major cybercrime case linked to the Scattered Spider group. The allegations include conspiracies to commit computer fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering, with considerable financial impacts on U.S. businesses.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/27/2025
CISA Issues Emergency Directive to Address Vulnerabilities in Cisco Devices
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released Emergency Directive ED 25-03 in response to significant vulnerabilities found in Cisco's Adaptive Security Appliances and Firepower devices, pressuring federal agencies to take swift action.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/26/2025
Active Exploitation — Adobe ColdFusion CVE-2023-26360 Enables Initial Access
CISA has confirmed that threat actors exploited a critical flaw (CVE-2023-26360) in Adobe ColdFusion, allowing arbitrary code execution on vulnerable systems. The issue affects ColdFusion 2018 (Update 15 and earlier), 2021 (Update 5 and earlier), and unsupported versions 2016 and 11. At least two public-facing servers at a Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agency were compromised between June and July 2023.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/25/2025
Crypto Influencer Charles O. Parks III Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Cryptojacking Scheme
Charles O. Parks III, also known as CP3O, received a sentence of one year and one day in prison for conducting a large-scale cryptojacking operation that defrauded cloud computing companies out of over $3.5 million.
By Threat Simplified Team • 9/24/2025
U.S. Charges Ransomware Administrator for Global Cyber Crimes with Lockergoga, Nefilim, and Megacortex Attacks
Volodymyr Tymoshchuk, a Ukrainian national implicated in massive ransomware schemes, faces charges for targeting hundreds of companies worldwide. The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a reward while raising awareness about ransomware threats.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/24/2025
Widespread Supply Chain Compromise Impacting npm Ecosystem
The CISA has issued an alert regarding a significant software supply chain compromise affecting npm, exposing sensitive credentials and endangering various cloud services.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/24/2025
Chained Exploits: Hackers Target Ivanti Cloud Service Applications
In September 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a joint cybersecurity advisory highlighting the exploitation of multiple vulnerabilities in Ivanti Cloud Service Appliances. This article explores the details and implications of these vulnerabilities, the exploitation methods used by cybercriminals, and the proactive measures that organizations should take.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/23/2025
2023 Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities: A Closer Look at Cyber Risks
In 2023, cybersecurity agencies identified a worrying trend: an increase in zero-day vulnerabilities exploited by malicious actors. This article examines the implications of these findings, detailing the top vulnerabilities and offering practical advice for individuals and organizations aiming to bolster their cybersecurity defenses.
By Threat Simplified Team • 9/23/2025
China’s Expanding Cyber Reach: State-Backed Hackers Feed a Global Spy System
Chinese state-sponsored cyber actors are targeting global networks across various industries, compromising telecommunications, government, transportation, hospitality, and military infrastructures to facilitate espionage. A recent Cybersecurity Advisory outlines the strategies, tactics, and vulnerabilities these actors exploit, emphasizing the need for vigilant defense measures.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/23/2025
Microsoft Seizes 338 Websites to Disrupt Rapidly Growing ‘RaccoonO365’ Phishing Service
Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit has disrupted RaccoonO365, the fastest-growing phishing tool targeting Microsoft 365 credentials, by seizing 338 associated websites, limiting the operations of this criminal enterprise and highlighting the dangers of accessible cybercrime.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/23/2025
Scattered Spider: The Evolving Threat of Cybercriminals Targeting Businesses
A global coalition of law enforcement and cybersecurity agencies have issued a joint advisory regarding the escalating activities of the Scattered Spider cybercriminal group. This advisory highlights their latest tactics and the risks associated with their operations against commercial sectors.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/23/2025
#StopRansomware: Understanding the Threat of Interlock Ransomware
This article examines the rising threat of Interlock ransomware, how it operates, and recommendations from cybersecurity agencies on how to safeguard yourself and your organization from these attacks.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/22/2025
#StopRansomware: Medusa Ransomware - A Growing Cyber Threat
Explore the emergence of Medusa Ransomware, its impact across various sectors, and steps organizations can take to mitigate risks as detailed in the recent cybersecurity advisory by the FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/22/2025
Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: Insights from the Jaguar Land Rover and American Water Incidents
As Jaguar Land Rover halts production and American Water navigates a cyber incident, both events signal deeper vulnerabilities in critical sectors. We analyze the incidents, their implications, and what consumers must know to protect themselves.
By Sp0rad1c • 9/22/2025