Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Fintech Users in Pakistan and Other Countries Targeted by Cyber Hackers

Fintech Users

Fintech users in Pakistan and other countries are under cyber attacks. DeathStalker hacker group linked to global cyber attack targeting fintech and trading sectors, including Pakistan. Attackers use Telegram to distribute Trojan spyware, specifically DarkMe malware, designed to steal sensitive data. A global cyber attack targeting individuals and businesses in the fintech and trading sectors, … Read more

Cyberattack on Australia affects 1.2 million Optus customers

Optus Cyberattack

The Australian telecoms company Optus said on Monday that personal information and at least one valid form of ID for about 1.2 million customers had been stolen. They also said that the exposed information did not include valid or current document ID numbers for about 7.7 million customers. The Australian telecoms company Optus said on … Read more

SBP, FIA discuss measures to fight cyber-attacks, frauds

SBP

KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan Governor Dr Reza Baqir chaired a meeting with FIA Director General Sanaullah Abbasi to strengthen and coordinate efforts of the SBP, banks and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to fight money laundering, cyber-attacks and online frauds. The meeting was also attended by the presidents of banks and senior officers of the … Read more

What do the ransomware attackers do?

The tactic used by cybercriminals these days is to hire ransomware hackers who not only steal sensitive data from you but such criminals will try a range of strategies to further convince the victim to pay the ransom. Previously, ransomware attackers would break into an organization’s system and encrypt critical data. Without a consistent or … Read more

FBI Issues Warning to Crypto Users

FBI

The FBI has issued a nationwide alert to users about suspected cyber-attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges and holders. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation announced this week that active threats to the business exist.

According to the FBI, certain people are carefully tracking weak holes in major crypto firms. Attackers have evolved a variety of specialized tactics to accomplish this. Sim swapping, tech support fraud, and account theft are examples of these.

The FBI made instructions for businesses on how to keep their assets protected.

The warning was distributed via the TLP protocol (a system for classifying sensitive information), which was created particularly for information distribution. The announcement also included a green designation, indicating that peers and organizations can exchange this information.

The FBI recommended cryptocurrency users to always use two-factor authentication and be cautious about the information they provide online.

Even though they’re simple to conduct, sim swap attacks are most difficult to defend.

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