July 12, 2024 – BK's Infosec Classes

A report from anti-ransomware company, Halycon said that Volcano Demon was seen going after “several” targets in the last couple of weeks, deploying a new encryptor called LukaLocker.

Its methodis relatively simple – the threat actor will first find a way into the target network, map it out, and then exfiltrate as many sensitive files as they can. Then, they will deploy the encryptor, lock down the files and entire systems, and then demand payment in cryptocurrency in exchange for the decryption key, and for keeping the files for

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5 subject areas where micro:bits enhance outdoor learning | micro:bit

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We will be using the BBC Microbits again this year to cover programming concepts. Here are a few ideas for projects you can try with the Microbits. https://microbit.org/news/2024-05-31/5-areas-where-digital-skills-thrive-outdoors/

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iPhone users in 98 countries warned about spyware by Apple | Malwarebytes

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Whether you’ve received that notification or not, every iPhone user should make sure they have the latest updates, protect the device with a passcode, use multi-factor authentication and a strong password for Apple ID, only install apps from the Apple Play store, use a mobile security product, and be careful what they open or tap on.

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SecurityWeek: AT&T Data Breach: ‘Nearly All’ Wireless Customers Exposed in Massive Hack

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AT&T on Friday said almost all its wireless subscribers were exposed in a massive hack that occurred between April 14 and April 25, 2024, where a hacker exfiltrated files containing “records of customer call and text interactions” between approximately May 1 and October 31, 2022, as well as on January 2, 2023.