A North Korea-backed threat group operating since 2009 has splintered into three distinct groups with specialized malware and objectives, CrowdStrike said in a report released Thursday. Labeled “Labyrinth Chollima” by the company, the group follows a divergence pattern CrowdStrike observed previously. Labyrinth Chollima has spawned two additional groups: Golden Chollima and Pressure Chollima. The spin-offs,…
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CrowdStrike is buying Seraphic Security to lock down the browser, where work actually happens
CrowdStrike announced Tuesday an agreement to acquire Seraphic Security, a browser runtime security provider, in a move that signals growing recognition among cybersecurity firms that traditional protective measures have failed to keep pace with how employees actually work. The acquisition, expected to close during CrowdStrike’s first fiscal quarter of 2027, will integrate Seraphic’s browser-level protection…
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CrowdStrike to buy identity startup SGNL for nearly $740M
CrowdStrike is buying identity management startup SGNL, a move that underscores how identity security has become a central battleground in enterprise cybersecurity as companies add cloud services and deploy AI-driven tools. The cybersecurity firm did not disclose financial terms in a Thursday announcement, but CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz told CNBC the deal is valued at…
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ShinyHunters Claim Breach of US Cybersecurity Firm Resecurity
The hacking group ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for breaching Resecurity, a US-based cybersecurity company headquartered in Los Angeles.…
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Report Names Teen in Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters, Group Denies
Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters admin “Rey,” allegedly a 15-year-old named Saif Khader from Jordan, has been named in a report linking him to the group. He denies the claim.
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Smashing Security podcast #445: The hack that brought back the zombie apocalypse
America’s airwaves are haunted by zombies again, as we dig into a decade of broadcasters leaving their hardware open to attack, giving hackers the chance to hijack TV shows, blast out fake emergency alerts, and even replace religious sermons with explicit furry podcasts. Meanwhile, we look at how a worker at a cybersecurity firm allegedly…
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CrowdStrike Fires Worker Over Insider Leak to Scattered Lapsus Hunters
CrowdStrike fired an insider for selling internal screenshots to Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters for $25,000. Read how the security team detected the activity and protected customers.
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CrowdStrike denies breach after insider sent internal screenshots to hackers
CrowdStrike says an insider shared internal screenshots with hackers but confirms no system breach and no customer data exposure. BleepingComputer first reported that CrowdStrike said an insider shared internal system screenshots with hackers, after Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters leaked them on Telegram. The company stresses that no systems were breached and no customer data was exposed.…
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Operation Endgame targets malware networks in global crackdown
In a sweeping international crackdown coordinated from Europol’s headquarters, law enforcement agencies from the United States and 10 other countries have disrupted three of the world’s most widely used cybercriminal malware operations. Conducted Nov. 10-13, Operation Endgame focused on neutralizing the Rhadamanthys info-stealing malware, the VenomRAT remote access trojan, and the Elysium botnet — tools…
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F5 asserts limited impact from prolonged nation-state attack on its systems
F5 CEO François Locoh-Donou said on a company earnings call that there were two categories of impact on customers following a nation-state attacker’s long-term, persistent access to its systems: widespread emergency updates to BIG-IP software and hardware, and customers whose configuration data was stolen during the attack. “We were very impressed frankly, with the speed…
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Microsoft security updates address CrowdStrike crash, kill ‘Blue Screen of Death’
When a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike last year caused possibly the largest IT outage in history, Microsoft ended up taking much of the blame. CrowdStrike’s Falcon endpoint detection and response was on millions of Windows devices worldwide, and like most antivirus products that need broad access to different systems to do their…
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CrowdStrike, Microsoft aim to eliminate confusion in threat group attribution
CrowdStrike and Microsoft announced an agreement Monday to formally connect the different names each company uses for the same threat groups in their attribution analysis. The companies said the effort will clarify inconsistencies across the industry’s naming taxonomies and acknowledge when both companies identify the same threat groups. The alliance between the longstanding competitors doesn’t…
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CrowdStrike, Microsoft aim to eliminate confusion in threat group attribution
CrowdStrike and Microsoft announced an agreement Monday to formally connect the different names each company uses for the same threat groups in their attribution analysis. The companies said the effort will clarify inconsistencies across the industry’s naming taxonomies and acknowledge when both companies identify the same threat groups. The alliance between the longstanding competitors doesn’t…
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CrowdStrike, Microsoft aim to eliminate confusion in threat group attribution
CrowdStrike and Microsoft announced an agreement Monday to formally connect the different names each company uses for the same threat groups in their attribution analysis. The companies said the effort will clarify inconsistencies across the industry’s naming taxonomies and acknowledge when both companies identify the same threat groups. The alliance between the longstanding competitors doesn’t…
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Security Gamechangers: CrowdStrike’s AI-Native SOC & Next Gen SIEM Take Center Stage at RSAC 2025
CrowdStrike introduced several enhancements to its Falcon cybersecurity platform and Falcon Next-Gen SIEM at the RSA Conference 2025, highlighting artificial intelligence, managed threat hunting and operational efficiencies aimed at transforming modern Security Operations Centers (SOC). The post Security Gamechangers: CrowdStrike’s AI-Native SOC & Next Gen SIEM Take Center Stage at RSAC 2025 appeared first on…
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SMBs Know They’re At Risk, but Most Aren’t Embracing AI
A survey by CrowdStrike finds the gap between SMB awareness of cyber threats and efforts by them to protect themselves is widening, with not enough of them spending the money needed on AI and other tools to defend against ransomware and other attacks. The post SMBs Know They’re At Risk, but Most Aren’t Embracing AI…
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CrowdStrike cuts 5% of workforce after revenue jumped 29% last year
CrowdStrike is cutting 5% of its workforce, about 500 positions, telling its staff that it’s shifting resources and realigning its operating model for growth in new market segments, according to a Wednesday filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company is slashing headcount following a year of significant growth in a strong market. CrowdStrike’s revenue…
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Amazon, CrowdStrike, Google and Palo Alto Networks claim no change to threat intel sharing under Trump
SAN FRANCISCO — Threat intelligence sharing is flowing between the private sector and federal government and remains unimpeded thus far by job losses and budget cuts across federal agencies that support the cyber mission, according to executives at major security firms. Top brass at Amazon, CrowdStrike, Google and Palo Alto Networks said there’s been no…
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Amazon, CrowdStrike leaders say private threat intel can quickly bring cybercriminals to justice
SAN FRANCISCO — Threat intelligence flowing from private companies to cybersecurity authorities and law enforcement agencies is critical to the disruption of malicious activities and the arrests of cybercriminals, security leaders at Amazon and CrowdStrike said Monday during the RSAC 2025 Conference. When the private sector and governments interact well, actively participating and sharing resources…
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The North Korea worker problem is bigger than you think
North Korean nationals have infiltrated businesses across the globe with a more expansive level of organization and deep-rooted access than previously thought, insider risk management firm DTEX told CyberScoop. This swarm of technical North Korean experts isn’t just intruding businesses as ad hoc freelance IT workers; they’ve gained full-time employment as engineers and specialists of…
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Cybercriminals picked up the pace on attacks last year
Threat actors became increasingly efficient last year, rapidly achieving lateral movement and swiftly stealing data at a faster clip than ever before, according to multiple threat intelligence firms. The reduced time frame is a clear indicator that cybercriminals are constantly improving their ability to be successful. With the abuse of legitimate system tools to help…
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2025 CrowdStrike Global Threat Report: Cybercriminals Are Shifting Tactics – Are You Ready?
CrowdStrike (Nasdaq: CRWD) today announced the findings of the 2025 CrowdStrike Global Threat Report, revealing a dramatic shift in cyber adversary tactics, with attackers leveraging stolen identity credentials, AI-generated social engineering, and hands-on keyboard intrusions to bypass traditional security measures. The post 2025 CrowdStrike Global Threat Report: Cybercriminals Are Shifting Tactics – Are You Ready?…
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CrowdStrike Security Report: Generative AI Powers Social Engineering Attacks
Trends in cybersecurity across 2024 showed less malware and phishing, though more social engineering. CrowdStrike offers tips on securing your business.
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It’s not just Salt Typhoon: All China-backed attack groups are showcasing specialized offensive skills
Cyberattacks carried out by China-backed nation-state actors surged last year, showcasing technical advancements and specialized targeting in a broader escalation of the country’s ability to infiltrate global critical infrastructure, CrowdStrike said in an annual threat report released Thursday. “After decades of investment into China’s offensive capabilities, they’re now on par with other world powers,” Adam…
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A major cybersecurity law is expiring soon — and advocates are prepping to push Congress for renewal
A push is gearing up to renew an expiring 10-year-old cybersecurity law that was viewed at its initial passage as the most significant cybersecurity legislation Congress had ever passed, and that advocates say now fosters several important threat-sharing initiatives. The 2015 Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act provides safeguards for companies that voluntarily share threat intelligence data…
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CrowdStrike Charlotte AI Detection Triage Aims to Boost SOC Efficiency
CrowdStrike launched Charlotte AI Detection Triage, a platform based on agentic AI, which automates detection triage — the aim is to reduce workloads for security operations centers (SOCs). The post CrowdStrike Charlotte AI Detection Triage Aims to Boost SOC Efficiency appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CrowdStrike Survey Highlights Security Challenges in AI Adoption
Ideally, generative AI should augment, not replace, cybersecurity workers. But ROI still proves a challenge.
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CrowdStrike vs Wiz: Which Offers Better Cloud Security and Value?
Compare CrowdStrike and Wiz on cloud security, features, pricing, and performance to find the best cybersecurity solution for your business needs.
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Best SIEM Tools of 2024: Top Solutions for Enhanced Security
Looking for the best SIEM tool? Check out our list and find the security information and event management solution that fits your business needs.
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Best CSPM Tools 2024: Top Cloud Security Solutions Compared
What is the best CSPM tool for your business? Use our guide to review our picks for the best cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools.
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CrowdStrike vs Palo Alto 2024: Features, Pricing, and Insights
Compare CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks in this in-depth article, exploring features, pricing, usability, and performance to find the right solution for your business.