Cyber Crime Crackdown: $300 Million in Crypto Frozen, FBI Accounts Hacked, and Critical Microsoft Patches Released
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers major recent events in cybercrime and cybersecurity. Over $300 million in cryptocurrency tied to cybercrime has been frozen through coordinated efforts by the private sector and law enforcement in the US and Canada. Cyber criminals are selling active FBI and other law enforcement email accounts for as low as $40, posing significant risks of impersonation and fraud. Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday addresses over 100 vulnerabilities, including critical flaws in various services and applications. Nova Scotia Power faces criticism for seeking to hide details about a major cybersecurity breach that affected 280,000 customers, with regulators emphasizing the need for public accountability. Jim signs off by encouraging listeners to support and provide feedback for the show.
00:00 Cybercrime Crypto Crackdown
02:34 FBI Email Accounts for Sale
04:05 Microsoft Patch Tuesday Updates
06:16 Nova Scotia Power Cybersecurity Breach
07:43 Show Wrap-Up and Listener Engagement