Cybersecurity

This article explains that the FBI and CISA warned about a growing ransomware threat called Medusa. The attackers use phishing emails to steal passwords, then encrypt systems and demand payment. They also threaten to leak victims’ data if they don’t pay. Over 300 organizations in healthcare, education, and business have been attacked. Experts say people should update software, use multifactor authentication, and be careful with suspicious emails. 

This article talks about how Microsoft and international law enforcement shut down the Lumma Stealer malware operation. The malware was stealing passwords, credit card info, and even crypto wallet data. Nearly 400,000 Windows computers were infected. Authorities took down more than 2,000 malicious websites used to control the malware. The takedown helps protect users, but people still need to avoid suspicious downloads and phishing links.