Three Chinese-linked cyber-espionage groups, called Fireant, Neeedleminer, and Firefly by Broadcom’s cybersecurity division Symantec, have targeted telecommunications operators in Asia. Compromising these operators allows the cyber-espionage groups to launch attacks on other systems, eavesdrop on communications, and potentially disrupt a target country’s key infrastructure. This news follows April warnings from US officials that China-related attackers were compromising crucial infrastructure in preparation for potential future cyber conflicts.

Decrypting Linux/ESXi Akira Ransomware Files Without Paying Ransomware
A cybersecurity researcher has decrypted the Linux/ESXI variant of Akira ransomware, allowing data recovery without ransom. The method exploits a flaw in the malware’s encryption