Ransomware
Defending Against UNC3944 AKA Scattered Spider
Defending Against UNC3944 AKA Scattered Spider
To counter UNC3944, organizations need robust defenses involving identity verification and advanced authentication methods. Implementing phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA), minimizing reliance on SMS for authentication, and eliminating publicly available personal data verification are practical steps. Secure the identity verification process with methods like on-camera checks to thwart impersonation attempts.
Training staff to identify and respond to unusual IT requests is crucial. This includes understanding ploys like fake IT calls, email phishing attempts, and odd requests for credential verification, which are characteristic of UNC3944 operations.
A lot of customers will be watching to see what happens with Tata after being linked to another beach - M&S
Interesting results for M&S, almost £300m taken off 2025 profits and an expectation of July being the earliest when online shopping will continue. I expect this impact to be several years to fully absorb.
It is going to be interesting to see how these ransomware payments are made. Personal data taken in UK legal aid cyber attack | Reuters
Really surprised that M&S online is still down for purchases. Must be ensuring an overhaul of systems and approach. Stock is not bad over the two years.
