Palo Alto Networks has uncovered a new breed of cyberattacks led by groups known by names like Scattered Spider, UNC3944, or ALPHV. These hackers believed to be young individuals from Western countries, employ advanced impersonation techniques to breach major corporations. This trend suggests that as the digital-native Gen Z enters the scene, cybercrime is poised to evolve, heralding a new era of sophisticated digital threats.
In September 2022, Uber informed that it believed it was hacked by LAPSUS$, a cybercriminal gang with a hefty track record that is thought to be composed largely of teenagers. On Wednesday, the Federal Police of Brazil announced it had arrested an individual for purported links to the notorious LAPSUS$. The arrest was made as part of a new law enforcement effort, dubbed Operation Dark Cloud, that was launched in August 2022.