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.
Are AI-in-a-box crime kits about to flood networks with a relentless stream of mediocre but constant attacks that batter small businesses, overwhelm help desks, and stretch security teams thin by turning vague criminal intent into repeatable, step-by...
Feature Article Read MoreAn urgent cyber warning jolted Canada’s industrial base as hacktivists prodded exposed control systems, turning routine settings into weapons against water, energy, and agriculture operations across multiple provinces.
Event Coverage Read MoreIn an alarming development that underscores the fragility of everyday technology, a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign has compromised over 50,000 ASUS routers across the globe, turning them into tools for malicious activity.
Read MoreIn an era where digital battlegrounds are as critical as physical ones, a disturbing development has surfaced involving Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based terrorist organization known for its far-reaching influence, and its sophisticated cyber unit named B...
Read MoreIn an era where digital connectivity underpins nearly every aspect of daily life, the vulnerability of telecommunications networks to cyberattacks has become a pressing national concern, especially after devastating breaches that have exposed critica...
Read MoreThe battlefield of the 21st century is no longer confined to physical terrain, as a revolutionary form of conflict known as cyber-enabled kinetic targeting is reshaping the very nature of warfare, merging the digital realm with real-world military ac...
Read MoreIn an era where digital trust is paramount, the emergence of sophisticated cyber espionage campaigns poses a grave threat to global organizations, with one hacking group standing out for its cunning tactics.
Read MoreIn an era where cybercrime has evolved into a sophisticated global enterprise, a recent coordinated effort by international authorities has struck a significant blow against the shadowy infrastructure that enables these illicit activities, marking a...
Cybercriminals 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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