Phillip Swaithe is a key opinion leader in cybercrime and cyberwarfare. He specializes in the dark web and cybercrime markets. Phillip analyzes topics like the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) and investigates the various dark web marketplaces that harbor stolen data from hacked accounts. His content is proactive and forward-thinking, sharing predictions on future threats and potential solutions to address these issues.
In a move that sent shockwaves through the digital underground, the very marketplace designed for trading stolen data found itself gutted and exposed, its secrets laid bare for the world to see.
Feature Article Read MoreThe intricate network of operational technology that powers our cities, purifies our water, and manages our energy grids is undergoing a profound and perilous transformation, creating an urgent need for a globally recognized standard of security.
Research Summary Read MoreAs Brazil's financial landscape continues its rapid digital transformation, largely propelled by the unprecedented success and adoption of the Payment Instant eXchange (PIX) system, regulators have taken a decisive step to fortify the nation's econom...
Read MoreA troubling paradox emerged from the healthcare sector's cybersecurity landscape last year, where the number of security breaches alarmingly doubled while the volume of compromised patient records simultaneously plummeted.
Research Summary Read MoreAn alarming email notification lands in your inbox, claiming your social media account has been compromised or is in violation of a policy, and the only way to resolve the issue is to click the provided link immediately.
Read MoreThe world's most sophisticated and lucrative darknet market is no longer hidden in the obscure corners of the Tor network; it now operates in plain sight on a mobile application used by over a billion people.
In a world built on the stolen secrets of others, the ultimate irony is to have one's own secrets laid bare for all to see, a fate that has now befallen the infamous BreachForums.
Profile Article Read MoreIn the intricate digital ecosystem of the modern enterprise, the lines between robust cybersecurity and stringent regulatory compliance have blurred into a single, critical imperative for survival and growth.
Read MoreCybercriminals operating in underground communities have begun advertising a sophisticated phishing toolkit that leverages artificial intelligence to automate highly targeted attacks against Microsoft environments.
Read MoreA critical analysis based on tens of thousands of observed cyber incidents has starkly revealed that the security measures many organizations rely on are fundamentally misaligned with the fluid and adaptive nature of modern adversaries.
Read MoreThe very autonomous systems designed to fortify corporate defenses are now widely seen by security experts as the most significant internal vulnerability, turning the traditional security model inside out.
Roundup Article Read MoreIn the sprawling, clandestine marketplace of cybercrime, access brokers have carved out a critical and lucrative niche by serving as the initial entry point for devastating ransomware attacks and data breaches.
Read MoreA sophisticated malware loader known as Gootloader is pioneering a new evasion technique that masterfully exploits the subtle differences in how software applications interpret file structures, allowing it to slip past automated security systems unde...
Read MoreA gaping one-month window between the public disclosure of active cyberattacks and the release of a corresponding security patch has highlighted the perilous position network defenders face when confronting sophisticated threats.
Read MoreA highly adaptive cyberespionage campaign is systematically targeting North American critical infrastructure by leveraging a blend of stealth and sophisticated tooling to establish a long-term presence within its victims' networks.
Industry Report Read MoreIn a move that sent shockwaves through the digital underground, the very marketplace designed for trading stolen data found itself gutted and exposed, its secrets laid bare for the world to see.
Feature Article Read MoreIn an increasingly complex digital landscape where perimeter-based security has proven insufficient against sophisticated cyber threats, the National Security Agency has taken a decisive step to redefine federal cybersecurity standards by formally re...
Read MoreFor years, the Black Basta ransomware group operated like a digital phantom, causing hundreds of millions in damages.
Feature Article Read MoreA new bipartisan legislative proposal is forcing a critical conversation within the national security establishment, aiming to compel the Department of Defense to fundamentally overhaul how it recruits, trains, and retains the elite personnel require...
Industry Report Read MoreThe decades-long cat-and-mouse game between cyber attackers and human defenders has been fundamentally upended by an entity that operates at the speed of light and never sleeps. With the launch of GPT-5.
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