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ThreatsDay Report: Emerging Deception & Rapid Ransomware Threats
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Threat Intel

ThreatsDay Report: Emerging Deception & Rapid Ransomware Threats

Analysis of recent threats, including deceptive game cheat spyware, rapid ransomware deployments, and Chrome sync abuse.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 16, 2026
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Threat Intel

Scattered Spider Members Sentenced for Transport for London Attack

Two members of the Scattered Spider threat group were sentenced to five years in prison for the 2024 TfL breach that exposed 5,000 customers' bank details.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jul 16, 2026
ClickLock macOS Stealer: How Attackers Coerce Victims via App Kill Loops
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Malware

ClickLock macOS Stealer: How Attackers Coerce Victims via App Kill Loops

ClickLock is a new macOS infostealer that terminates essential system processes every 210ms to force users into disclosing their login passwords.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jul 16, 2026
TELEPUZ Malware: Analyzing Modular Payloads in ClickFix Campaigns
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Malware

TELEPUZ Malware: Analyzing Modular Payloads in ClickFix Campaigns

TELEPUZ is a new modular malware spreading via ClickFix lures to steal sensitive data and execute remote commands on compromised Windows systems.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 16, 2026
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Threat Intel

Spanish Police Dismantle €140M Cyber Fraud Ring: BEC & Investment Schemes

Spanish Police dismantle a sophisticated cybercrime organization responsible for €140 million in BEC and investment fraud, arresting four key individuals.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 14, 2026
FBI Warns of Fake Permit Fee Wire Transfer Scams Targeting Property Owners
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Threat Intel

FBI Warns of Fake Permit Fee Wire Transfer Scams Targeting Property Owners

The FBI warns property owners of a government impersonation scam using fake planning and zoning permit invoices to trick victims into fraudulent wire transfers.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 14, 2026

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LastPass & Bitwarden Phishing: Analyzing Fake Security Alerts

LastPass and Bitwarden users face widespread phishing campaigns using fake security alerts to steal master passwords. Learn how to detect and mitigate these threats.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 14, 2026
ScamBuster: AI-Driven Phishing Engagement for Threat Intel
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Threat Intel

ScamBuster: AI-Driven Phishing Engagement for Threat Intel

Explore ScamBuster, an open-source, AI-driven tool that actively engages phishing attackers to gather intelligence on their TTPs, aiding threat detection and law…

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 13, 2026
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Threat Intel

AI Linguistic Convergence: Security Risks of Human-AI Speech Drift

LLMs training on scripted data creates a feedback loop where humans adopt AI speech patterns, complicating social engineering detection and authentication.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 10, 2026
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Threat Intel

Global Cybercrime Crackdown: Operation HAECHI IV Disrupts Fraud

Operation HAECHI IV, a global anti-fraud initiative, resulted in 5,811 arrests and seized $293M, highlighting international efforts against cyber-enabled financial crime.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 9, 2026
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Identity & Access

Microsoft 365 Entra Passkey Vishing Targets: Account Takeover Risk

A sophisticated vishing campaign targets Microsoft 365 users, tricking them into enrolling malicious Entra passkeys for account takeover. Learn detection and prevention.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 8, 2026
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Threat Intel

AI-Enhanced Service Desk Attacks: Impersonation & Prevention

AI is significantly escalating service desk impersonation attacks. This analysis details three key methods threat actors employ and provides critical mitigation…

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 8, 2026
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Threat Intel

EtherRAT Malware via Microsoft Teams IT Support Impersonation

Threat actors leverage fake IT support calls on Microsoft Teams to deploy EtherRAT malware, gaining initial access to corporate networks.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 6, 2026
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Threat Intel

Job Interview Phishing Targets Google Accounts of Marketing Professionals

A new phishing campaign impersonates 30+ major brands to lure marketing professionals into fake job interviews, aiming to steal their Google account credentials.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 6, 2026
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Threat Intel

Peter Stokes Extradition: Impact on Scattered Spider Operations

Technical analysis of the extradition of Peter Stokes and the persistent TTPs of the Scattered Spider threat actor group targeting enterprise networks.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jul 3, 2026
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Threat Intel

Alleged Scattered Spider Hacker Extradited: Mitigating Social Engineering

An alleged Scattered Spider member's extradition highlights ongoing efforts against sophisticated social engineering and identity-based attacks impacting major…

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Jul 2, 2026
ClickFix Social Engineering: How to Detect Fake Browser Update Attacks
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Threat Intel

ClickFix Social Engineering: How to Detect Fake Browser Update Attacks

ClickFix has become the dominant malware delivery method. Learn how attackers use fake browser error overlays to trick users into executing malicious PowerShell.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jul 2, 2026
Adaptive Phishing: How Attackers Fingerprint Devices via User-Agents
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Threat Intel

Adaptive Phishing: How Attackers Fingerprint Devices via User-Agents

Threat actors are using real-time device fingerprinting to deliver OS-specific phishing payloads, increasing the success rates of social engineering attacks.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jul 2, 2026
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Threat Intel

Shopify Shop App Abused for Callback Phishing Attacks

Attackers are exploiting the Shopify Shop app's order tracking features to launch callback phishing attacks, tricking users into installing remote access tools.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jun 25, 2026
2026 FIFA World Cup Cyber Threats: Infrastructure & Phishing Analysis
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Threat Intel

2026 FIFA World Cup Cyber Threats: Infrastructure & Phishing Analysis

An analysis of the cyber threat landscape for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, detailing infrastructure risks, social engineering, and mitigation strategies.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jun 25, 2026
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Threat Intel

Scattered Spider Members Plead Guilty to Transport for London Attack

Two members of Scattered Spider pleaded guilty to the August 2024 Transport for London cyberattack, highlighting the group's social engineering efficacy.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jun 24, 2026
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Threat Intel

Scattered Spider Members Plead Guilty in TfL Infrastructure Attack

Two members of the Scattered Spider threat group plead guilty to the 2024 Transport for London hack, exposing risks of identity-based social engineering.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jun 23, 2026
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Threat Intel

WhatsApp Phishing Campaign Deploys VBScript to Compromise PCs

Attackers target WhatsApp users with malicious ZIP files disguised as business documents to deliver VBScript-based remote access malware.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Jun 23, 2026
WhatsApp VBScript Campaign Installs ManageEngine RMM — Technical Guide
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Threat Intel

WhatsApp VBScript Campaign Installs ManageEngine RMM — Technical Guide

Attackers are targeting WhatsApp Desktop users with malicious VBScripts to install ManageEngine RMM, enabling unauthorized remote access and control.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Jun 23, 2026