The Cat and Mouse Game of Crypto Money Laundering
Ransomware actors are getting better at laundering their proceeds from attacks - but law enforcement authorities are also...
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Lindsey O’Donnell-Welch
Executive EditorLindsey O’Donnell-Welch is an award-winning journalist who strives to shed light on how security issues impact not only businesses and defenders on the front line, but also the daily lives of consumers.
In her previous position at Threatpost, Lindsey covered all aspects of the cybersecurity industry - from data privacy regulatory efforts to the evolution of underground cybercriminal marketplaces. Prior to that, Lindsey specialized in writing about microprocessors, enterprise business technology and the Internet of Things at CRN. In Lindsey’s spare time, she enjoys playing tennis and traveling.
- lindsey@decipher.sc
Featured Articles
Ransomware Safe Havens, Reporting Inconsistencies Trouble Authorities
Despite the U.S. government adopting many recommendations by the Ransomware Task Force in combating ransomware, authorities...
Biden’s Cyber EO Ushered in Era of ‘Renewed Focus,’ But Challenges Remain
Government officials cited progress a year after Biden's executive order, but stressed that "there's more work to do."
Lapsus$ Group Uses ‘Unique Blend’ of Social Engineering, Identity-Centric Tactics
The Lapsus$ group, which most recently claimed breaches of Microsoft and Okta, relies on several tactics used less frequently by other threat groups.
Microsoft Confirms Hack by Lapsus$ Group
Microsoft has confirmed that the Lapsus$ group gained "limited" access after the group leaked Bing, Bing Maps and Cortana source code.
FBI: AvosLocker Ransomware Hitting U.S. Critical Infrastructure
The AvosLocker ransomware-as-a-service is spread via ProxyShell exploits and spam email messages, and in some cases attackers threaten DDoS attacks during negotiations.
CafePress Faces Fine Over Data Breach Cover Up
The American online retailer will be required to pay half a million dollars and improve its security practices by implementing MFA and encrypting sensitive data.
Mobile Zero-Day, Phishing Attacks on the Rise
A recent report found that phishing attacks and zero-day exploits that target mobile devices have crept up over the past year.