Scattered Spider
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Cyber Attack on UK Retailers Marks & Spencer and Co-op Attributed to Scattered Spider Group
The recent cyber attacks targeting UK retailers Marks & Spencer and Co-op have been linked to the Scattered Spider cybercrime group, with financial impacts estimated at up to £440 million. The UK’s Cyber Monitoring Centre described the incidents as a single combined cyber event, prompting heightened concerns in the insurance sector as the group shifts…
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Aflac Discloses Cyber Breach Amid Rising Attacks on Insurance Sector
Aflac has confirmed a security breach involving personal and health information amid a wider campaign targeting insurance companies across the U.S. The company is investigating the incident with external cybersecurity experts, signaling a growing trend of cyber threats against the insurance sector.
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Cyber Crime Crew Scattered Spider Targets US Insurance Companies Amid Ransomware Surge
A rise in ransomware attacks targeting US insurance companies has been attributed to the cybercrime group Scattered Spider, prompting warnings from Google about the necessity for heightened security measures within the industry.
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Hacking Group ‘Scattered Spider’ Shifts Focus to U.S. Retailers Following UK Breaches
Google has identified a hacking group known as ‘Scattered Spider’ that is now targeting U.S. retailers after successfully breaching UK retailer Marks & Spencer. This group’s focus on high-value targets and their aggressive tactics pose significant risks to the retail sector.
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Florida Man Pleads Guilty in High-Profile Cryptocurrency Theft Linked to Scattered Spider Gang
Noah Michael Urban, a Florida man connected to the Scattered Spider hacking gang, pleaded guilty to cryptocurrency thefts totaling over $800,000. His crimes included SIM swap fraud and aggravated identity theft, resulting in significant losses for victims. Urban, known as ‘King Bob,’ faces restitution of $13 million and awaits sentencing within 75 days.
