BlackBeam scans 210M+ domains, tracks DNS history across millions of records, and maps threat actor infrastructure so you block attacks before they hit. DefendEdge's Internet Intelligence Platform. #CyberSecurity #ThreatIntel #DefendEdge

This week, DefendEdge's Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Department analyzed Helix, an emerging data-extortion group that uses social engineering and identity-based attacks to compromise corporate environments, steal sensitive information, and extort victims for financial gain. Helix has been observed using vishing and device-code phishing to compromise employee accounts. After gaining access, the group can register attacker-controlled MFA authenticators to maintain persistence before enumerating SharePoint environments and using automated methods to bulk-download sensitive corporate data. In a recent incident, Helix claimed responsibility for compromising Uber Freight and stealing nearly one million files. Uber Freight confirmed unauthorized access to portions of its systems and repositories but did not confirm Helix's claims regarding the scope or authenticity of the allegedly stolen data. Helix's activity highlights the growing threat of identity-focused attacks that can bypass traditional malware-based defenses by exploiting legitimate authentication processes and cloud services. Stay informed with DefendEdge as we continue to track and analyze the latest cyber threats! #CyberSecurity #CyberThreats #DefendEdge #CTI #Helix #DataExtortion

Myth: strong passwords alone keep you safe. Reality: 80%+ of breaches involve stolen credentials (Verizon). MFA blocks 99%+ of automated attacks (Microsoft). Layer your defense with MFA and a password manager. #CyberSecurity #MFA #DefendEdge

Welcome to DefendEdge! Meet Braylen McGee, the newest member of the DefendEdge team! We’re excited to have him join us in keeping the cyberspace safe! #DefendEdge #MeetTheTeam #Cybersecurity #ThreatIntelligence #AcademyHive #CyberLife

Three zero-days chained to hack a fully patched Ivanti Connect Secure VPN for root access without login. CISA confirms active exploitation. Two flaws patched, one still unpatched. Third year running for Ivanti zero-days. #CyberSecurity #ZeroDay #CISA

The average data breach now costs $4.88 million. It takes 277 days on average to identify and contain one. Organizations using AI in security saved $2.22M per breach. Proactive detection pays for itself. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #DefendEdge

SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) collects and analyzes log data across your entire network in real time, turning billions of events into actionable threat alerts. The average org generates 2.5B+ log events per month. #CyberSecurity #SIEM #DefendEdge

Hackers remotely hijacked refrigeration controllers at 500+ French supermarkets, heating fridges to 50C (122F) and destroying massive food supplies. A cyberattack with real physical consequences. #CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #IoTSecurity

This week, DefendEdge's CTI department analyzed the emerging threat actor ShinyCorps, which has recently surfaced through claims involving large-scale data theft and the sale of compromised information and access. Public reporting on the group remains limited, with much of its activity observed through Telegram-based claims. ShinyCorps has claimed a breach involving Vietnam's Credit Information Center (CIC), alleging access to more than 160 million records. The group has also claimed to possess Vercel-related access keys, source code, and API credentials, as well as more than 637 million Ticketmaster user records. Its reported activity primarily centers on data theft, compromised access, and monetization, though many of its claims remain unverified. Stay informed with DefendEdge as we continue to track and expose the latest cyber threats! #CyberSecurity #CyberThreats #DefendEdge #CTI #ShinyCorps #ThreatIntelligence

🚨 New Blog Posted🚨 FortiBleed highlights the security risks of compromised credentials targeting internet-facing FortiGate devices, which could let threat actors gain unauthorized access to critical network infrastructure. Organizations should prioritize credential rotation, multi-factor authentication (MFA), security updates, configuration hardening, and continuous monitoring for suspicious activity. Security updates alone may not eliminate the risk if compromised credentials remain valid. DefendEdge's latest blog examines the FortiBleed campaign, its potential security implications, and recommended mitigation strategies to help organizations strengthen their FortiGate environments. 🔗 Read more: defendedge.com/fortibleed-fr… #CyberSecurity #DefendEdge #FortiBleed #Fortinet #FortiGate

Did you think incognito mode makes you invisible? Incognito only hides your history from your browser, not from the internet. Your provider, workplace, and every site can still see everything you do. Know what your tools actually do. #CyberSecurity #CyberMyths #DefendEdge

🛡️ 5 ransomware prevention tips: 1️⃣ Immutable backups (3-2-1 rule) 2️⃣ Email filtering (91% starts with phishing) 3️⃣ Patch management (VPN/RDP = top entry) 4️⃣ MFA everywhere 5️⃣ 24/7 monitoring DefendEdge SOC: 99% SLA → defendedge.com/security-oper… #Ransomware #CyberSecurity #DefendEdge

🚨 New Blog Posted 🚨 A phone call from your bank may look legitimate, but caller ID can be spoofed, and the person on the other end may already be prepared to steal your credentials. In our latest post, we break down how threat actors combine vishing, bank impersonation, credential-harvesting websites, and real-time MFA social engineering to take over financial accounts and conduct unauthorized transactions. We also examine threat actors using similar TTPs and key steps organizations can take to reduce their exposure. Read More 📖: defendedge.com/vishing-and-m… #CyberSecurity #DefendEdge #ThreatIntelligence #Vishing #Phishing #MFA

95% of cyberattacks start with a phishing email. Not a genius hacker breaking through a firewall. Just a fake email that looked real enough. The fix? Teach your team to spot phishing and you've closed the door on 95% of attacks. #CyberSecurity #CyberFacts #DefendEdge

Denmark's national population registry breached, exposing 8.8M people's names, addresses, and national ID numbers. Attackers abused a private company's legal access to run 14M automated lookups in 10 days. One of the largest national data breaches in history. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #Denmark

🎥 91% of cyber attacks start with phishing. In 2026, AI makes lures indistinguishable from real emails. DefendEdge counters with AI-powered analysis + simulation training + rapid response. Learn more → defendedge.com/security-oper… #Phishing #CyberSecurity #DefendEdge #InfoSec

Vulnerability exploitation is now the #1 breach vector at 31%, per the 2026 Verizon DBIR. Vulnerability management finds, prioritizes, and fixes flaws before attackers exploit them. #CyberSecurity #VulnerabilityManagement #DefendEdge