The FBI has warned internet users to be cautious when using online file converting sites, as some have been found to contain hidden malware, ransomware and data scrapers, used to steal personal data and banking information. The agency urged users to report suspicious incidents to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center, while acknowledging the difficulty in identifying fraudulent sites due to the lack of an official database or site audit services.

Ontinue reports 132% surge in ransomware attacks, with AiTM and PlugX RAT increasing as tactics shift
The ‘2024 Threat Intelligence Report’ by Ontinue notes a 132% rise in ransomware attacks and an increasing use of Adversary-in-the-Middle (AiTM) attacks despite a 35%