Week 16, April 17-23, 2023

Week 16, April 17-23, 2023. Cybersecurity Weekly Updates.

This week in the world of cybersecurity:

In a significant blow to cyber espionage, Israeli Spyware Vendor QuaDream is set to close its operations after being exposed by Citizen Lab and Microsoft. Meanwhile, the notorious QBot Banking Trojan has launched a fresh assault, capitalizing on business emails to proliferate its malware. In a unique union of cybercriminal prowess, FIN7 and Ex-Conti gangs have combined their efforts to execute the so-called Domino Malware Attacks. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) sounded an alarm on Russian hackers’ phishing attacks specifically targeting Ukraine, a situation requiring international attention. Lastly, Google Chrome users need to be vigilant, as the browser faces its second zero-day attack, prompting the release of an urgent patch update.

That’s a wrap on this week’s edition of the Cyber-Security Update. Remember, the cyber-security landscape is ever-changing, and staying informed is your primary defense. Hopefully, the insights and information shared today will assist in navigating this complex domain and in strengthening defenses against potential threats. Stay vigilant, stay informed, and look forward to more insights into the world of cyber-security in next week’s edition.

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