The BlackCat/ALPHV ransomware group has claimed responsibility for attacks on Las Vegas hotels, MGM and Caesars, threatening further attacks unless a ransom is paid. The group allegedly infiltrated MGM’s infrastructure, encrypting over 100 ESXi hypervisors and extracting data from the network. Experts have pointed out that the threat posed by this group illustrates the multi-dimensional challenges that businesses face when dealing with ransom attacks. The MGM and Caesars attacks highlight the value of post-incident investigations and thorough defensive measures.

North Korean Hackers Use Fake U.S. Companies to Spread Malware in Crypto Industry: Report
North Korean hackers reportedly set up shell companies in the US to penetrate the crypto sector and target developers via fake job offers, according to