Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is the practice of gathering, analyzing, and disseminating information from publicly available sources to address specific intelligence requirements.Of all the threat intelligence subtypes, open source intelligence (OSINT) is perhaps the most widely
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RansomHub Draws in Affiliates with Multi-OS Capability and High Commission Rates
RansomHub, a new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) platform, emerged in February 2024, targeting Windows, Linux, and ESXi systems with malware written in Go and C++. Its high 90% commission rate attracts seasoned affiliates, leading to a surge in
Continue ReadingThe Travels of “markopolo”: Self-Proclaimed Meeting Software Vortax Spreads Infostealers, Unveils Expansive Network of Malicious macOS Applications
Recorded Futures Insikt Group identified that Vortax, a purported virtual meeting software, spreads three infostealersRhadamanthys, Stealc, and Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS). This extensive campaign targets cryptocurrency users, exploiting macOS vulnerabilities. Operated by the threat actor markopolo,
Continue ReadingIsrael-Hamas Conflict and US Elections Drive Violent Extremist Threats in 2024
The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, the upcoming 2024 US presidential election, and the rise of violent extremist content online are likely to escalate homegrown and domestic violent extremist (HVE and DVE) threats. HVEs and DVEs are expected
Continue ReadingHurdling Over Hazards: Multifaceted Threats to the Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympic Games face numerous threats due to their high-profile nature and international significance. Insikt Group's research identifies several key risks: cybercriminals targeting critical sectors with ransomware, hacktivists aiming to disrupt due to geopolitical
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