Frequent freeloader part II: Russian actor Secret Blizzard using tools of other groups to attack Ukraine

Credit to Author: Microsoft Threat Intelligence| Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Since January 2024, Microsoft has observed Secret Blizzard using the tools or infrastructure of other threat groups to attack targets in Ukraine and download its custom backdoors Tavdig and KazuarV2.

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Microsoft Defender XDR demonstrates 100% detection coverage across all cyberattack stages in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK® Evaluations: Enterprise​​

Credit to Author: Karthik Selvaraj| Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000

For the sixth year in a row, Microsoft Defender XDR demonstrated industry-leading extended detection and response (XDR) capabilities in the independent MITRE ATT&CK® Evaluations: Enterprise. The cyberattack used during the detection test highlights the importance of a unified XDR platform and showcases Defender XDR as a leading solution for securing your multi-operating system estate.

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How Cryptocurrency Turns to Cash in Russian Banks

Credit to Author: BrianKrebs| Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:38:48 +0000

A financial firm registered in Canada has emerged as the payment processor for dozens of Russian cryptocurrency exchanges and websites hawking cybercrime services aimed at Russian-speaking customers, new research finds. Meanwhile, an investigation into the Vancouver street address used by this company shows it is home to dozens of foreign currency dealers, money transfer businesses, and cryptocurrency exchanges — none of which are physically located there.

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MITRE ATT&CK 2024 Results for Enterprise Security

Credit to Author: Mike Grodzki| Date: Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Enterprise 2024 will incorporate multiple, smaller emulations for a more nuanced and targeted evaluation of defensive capabilities. We’re excited to offer two distinct adversary focus areas: Ransomware targeting Windows and Linux, and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s targeting macOS.

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