Cybercrime, RDP brute force attacks doubled on COVID-19 lockdown
Bleeping Computer: ESET cyber security experts found that they passed 100,000 on daily basis in April and May. When many countries declared national emergencies for the coronavirus.
NATO tight its ranks against the Covid-19 linked cyber attacks
Statement on the cybercrime and cyber espionage aggressions. “We are determined to employ the full range of capabilities to deter, defend against and counter the full spectrum of cyber threats”.
Syria, Russia reappears in Idlib to target pro-Turkey militias
Second raid since the start of the truce 3 months ago. Moscow bypassed Ankara and begins to operate independently. Meanwhile, Erdogan uses the weapon of water to threaten the population.
Cybercrime, phishing on Covid-19 passes via NetSupport Manager
Microsoft's cyber security experts: An ongoing campaign exploits RAT through malicious macros on an Excel document related to the coronavirus. Attention, the baits vary!
Syria, Isis loses two other prominent commanders in Deir Ezzor
Their role confirms that the SDF and Inherent Resolve targeted Daesh's leadership and logistics network. Meanwhile, the Coalition sends medical aid to the Kurds to counter Covid-19.
Cybercrime, COVID-19 themed malware exploit Cloud Environments
Palo Alto Networks cyber security experts: Over 300 coronavirus themed malicious code samples communicated with 20 unique IP addresses and domain indicators of compromise (IOCs).
Cybercrime, coronavirus-related brute force RDP attacks are rising
Kaspersky cyber security experts: Since the beginning of March, the number of aggressions has rocketed globally. This thanks to the lockdown and the remote working.
Cybercrime, coronavirus is the best lure/weapon to earn money
Palo Alto Networks cyber security experts: Malicious URLs average daily registration rose by 569%. It include domains hosting malware, phishing sites, malvertising, cryptomining, and black hat SEO.
Cyber Espionage, APT32 targets Chinese government on coronavirus
FireEye cyber security experts: The Vietnam’s group, aka Ocean Lotus, tried to collect intelligence on the anti COVID-19 response. The weapons are spear phishing and METALJACK malware.
Syria, will Ramadan and coronavirus calm violence?
HTS, gained weight for anti-Turkey activities linked to M4, tries to undermine rival militias in Idlib. But Ankara points east where there are no agreements with Russia. Meanwhile, SDF attack Isis networks in Deir Ezzor.