Google warns that the hacking group behind recent UK retail cyberattacks is now targeting US companies, emphasizing ongoing threats to the retail sector. The group uses sophisticated social engineering, extortion, and ransomware tactics to compromise high-profile organizations.
Affected: US retailers, UK retailers
Affected: US retailers, UK retailers
Keypoints
- The hacking group UNC3944, also known as Scattered Spider, is expanding its attacks from UK to US companies.
- These cybercriminals rely on social engineering, SIM swapping, ransomware, and extortion to breach targets.
- Recent attacks involved theft of customer data from major UK retail chains like M&S, Co-op, and Harrods.
- They are affiliated with the RansomHub ransomware-as-a-service platform, increasing their operational reach.
- US retailers remain at high risk due to their large amounts of sensitive data and potential ransom payout incentives.
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