Iranian hackers
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Iranian Ransomware Crew Resurfaces with Increased Threats to US and Israel
An Iranian ransomware operation, Pay2Key.I2P, has reemerged after five years, targeting U.S. and Israeli organizations with lucrative offers for cybercriminals. This resurgence poses a significant threat amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
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Iranian Hacking Group Targets Israeli Cybersecurity Experts in Spear-Phishing Campaign
Charming Kitten, a state-sponsored Iranian hacking group, has launched a spear-phishing campaign targeting cybersecurity experts in Israel, employing sophisticated tactics to establish credibility and facilitate information theft.
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Massive Data Breach Linked to Pro-Iranian Hacktivist Group Targets Saudi Games
A pro-Iranian hacktivist group, Cyber Fattah, has leaked thousands of sensitive personal records connected to the Saudi Games online, marking a significant escalation in cyber warfare amid escalating tensions between Iran and its rivals.
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Iran Shuts Down Internet Amid Suspected Cyberattacks Linked to Israel
The Iranian government has shut down internet access amid a suspected cyber offensive linked to Israel. Internet traffic in the country has dropped significantly, raising concerns of national security amidst ongoing cyber threats.
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Cyberattack Disrupts Iranian State-Owned Bank Amid Escalating Tensions
A cyberattack by the group Predatory Sparrow has taken Bank Sepah offline, disrupting services amid heightened military tensions between Iran and Israel. The attack underscores the rising prominence of cyber warfare in geopolitical conflicts.
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Iranian Hackers Sustain Two-Year Intrusion on Critical National Infrastructure
An Iranian state-sponsored cyber group has maintained a two-year infiltration of critical infrastructure in the Middle East, prompting significant security concerns. The attacks, attributed to the Lemon Sandstorm group, highlight the evolving techniques of state-sponsored cyber espionage.