Online shopping scams are on the rise, with emerging technologies and changing habits making it increasingly difficult to know who to trust online. And according to figures from the Federal Trade Commission in the United States, shopping fraud increased by 90% between 2019 and 2022.
At the end of January 2024, a newly registered profile with a name very similar to that of a famous modder (PimpMySims4) uploaded a mod file to a mod community platform (ModTheSims).
As the new academic year approaches, students are increasingly being targeted by bank account mule scams, warns Calvin Gan, Senior Manager of Scam Protection at F-Secure. Cyber criminals are preying on students and deceiving them into using their bank accounts for money laundering, which can lead to serious legal repercussions for the victims, such as criminal records.
The new data center, which is expected to be available by the end of 2024, is an addition to existing data centers, reinforcing WithSecure’s commitment to enterprise-grade Salesforce security.
N4ughtySec claims to have stolen over R175 million from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) by exploiting credit bureau vulnerabilities and creating 100,000 fraudulent bank accounts.
South Africa
Driving licence card scanner warning for estates
The Information Regulator of South Africa has urged gated communities and office parks to adhere to the Protection of Private Information Act (POPIA) regarding data collection practices.
Online shopping deliveries under siege in South Africa
Organized criminal syndicates are increasingly targeting couriers delivering online orders in South Africa, especially following a surge in e-commerce transactions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
WhatsApp scam warning in South Africa
MTN has warned about escalating WhatsApp scams aimed at stealing personal information and funds, or misusing accounts for criminal activities.
Overall, the landscape of cyber crime in South Africa highlights critical issues around data privacy, delivery safety, and online scams, requiring attention from both industry stakeholders and individuals to improve security and compliance.
International
Maui Community Clinic Cyberattack
The clinic disclosed a ransomware attack that compromised personal information of over 123,000 individuals, leading to major operational disruptions.
Internet Archive Breach
The Internet Archive reported its third cyberattack on October 20, affecting its significant collection of digital information.
Hot Topic Database Breach
A hacker claimed to have stolen data from Hot Topic’s database, affecting 350 million users and demanding ransom for data removal.
Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack earlier in the year compromised health information of over 100 million individuals, causing substantial disruptions in the healthcare system.
RansomHub Gang’s Attack in Mexico
The RansomHub hacking group targeted Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte, threatening to leak sensitive data unless their ransom demands were met.
These incidents illustrate a rise in sophisticated cyber threats affecting a range of industries, particularly in healthcare and public infrastructure.
This bulletin is intended to increase the security awareness in organisations by providing useful information to help enhance security and safety when using computing devices and the Internet.
Be sure to consider some of the cyber threats out there and consider these tips for protecting yourself and your devices. Until our next mailer, you can check out all the great resources we have available on our website.
