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LockBit gang demands a $70 million ransom to the semiconductor manufacturing giant TSMC

Security Affairs

The LockBit ransomware gang claims to have hacked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). The LockBit ransomware group this week claimed to have hacked the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company ( TSMC ) and $70 million ransom. In August 2018, a malware infected systems at several Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.

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OmniVision disclosed a data breach after the 2023 Cactus ransomware attack

Security Affairs

The digital imaging products manufacturer OmniVision disclosed a data breach after the 2023 ransomware attack. The company designs and develops digital imaging products for use in mobile phones, laptops, netbooks and webcams, security and surveillance cameras, entertainment, automotive and medical imaging systems.

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CISA, NSA, FBI, and MS-ISAC Release Phishing Prevention Guidance

KnowBe4

October 18, 2023, the Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Security Agency (CISA), the National Security Agency (NSA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) released a joint guide, Phishing Guidance: Stopping the Attack Cycle at Phase One.

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Experts link Raspberry Robin Malware to Evil Corp cybercrime gang

Security Affairs

IBM Security X-Force researchers discovered similarities between a component used in the Raspberry Robin malware and a Dridex malware loader, which was part of the malicious operations of the cybercrime gang Evil Corp. IBM shared the following tips to prevent Raspberry Robin infections: Implement security awareness training.

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Avoslocker ransomware gang targets US critical infrastructure

Security Affairs

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published a joint cybersecurity advisory warning of AvosLocker ransomware attacks targeting multiple US critical infrastructure. Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. Focus on cyber security awareness and training. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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FBI warns of ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector

Security Affairs

Small farms, large producers, processors and manufacturers, and markets and restaurants are particularly exposed to ransomware attacks. Focus on cyber security awareness and training. Consider adding an email banner to messages coming from outside your organizations. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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Weekly Vulnerability Recap – November 6, 2023 – Windows Drivers and Exchange Flaws

eSecurity Planet

The past week has been a busy one for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, with 34 vulnerable Windows drivers and four Microsoft Exchange flaws heading a long list of security concerns. Regular system upgrades and security audits are essential for maintaining strong defenses.