Through the Lens of ISMG: The Fraud Shift: From Simple Scams to Strategic Threats | Edition 120
As cybercriminals refine their playbooks, the concept of fraud is being fundamentally redefined, no longer limited to financial deception but sprawling across identity manipulation, digital infiltration and nation-state strategies.
From synthetic identity frauds to artificial intelligence-enhanced insurance scams and global malware takedowns, today's fraud landscape demands vigilance across every sector and system.
This week's newsletter curates six sharp editorials that trace the accelerating evolution of frauds in the digital age. These stories reveal how traditional defenses are faltering in the face of sophisticated social engineering, how cyberattacks on healthcare and logistics firms open new fraud vectors, and how AI as a tool can be used for both detection and exploitation.
Synthetic identity and credit washing fraud have hit another record high and are showing no signs of slowing down, according to a new report by TransUnion. Unscrupulous credit repair companies are adding to the problem by convincing people in debt to create new identities.
Ohio-based Kettering Health is in its second day responding to a cyberattack that's disrupted patient care services and downed its IT systems, including its patient portal and phones. Some cybersecurity insiders say Interlock ransomware is responsible.
Scammers are increasingly turning to account takeover fraud, as financial institutions ramp up their defenses. Instead of luring victims into making authorized transactions, cybercriminals are bypassing them altogether, hijacking their digital identities and draining accounts from within.
State regulators are demanding that insurers clearly explain their use of AI, validate data accuracy and maintain compliance. Meanwhile, technical teams must translate AI processes into simple terms to build trust, while fraud investigators need better training to interpret AI insights effectively.
Law enforcement and Microsoft struck a blow against malware used to steal login credentials and financial data, seizing the central command structure and thousands of online domains used to control the Lumma Stealer. Lumma first appeared on Russian-language speaking cybercriminal forums in 2022.
A slew of Western cybersecurity agencies warned Wednesday that Russian intelligence is targeting logistics and technology companies in a prolonged hacking campaign that includes an emphasis on internet-connected cameras situated along border crossings and military installations.
ISMG Studio Returns to Infosecurity Europe 2025!
The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving and are the conversations around it. That's why ISMG Studio is once again partnering with Infosecurity Europe to bring you exclusive interviews and expert insights straight from the industry's top minds.
From emerging threats and AI-driven defenses to regulatory shifts and the future of cyber resilience, we will be speaking with global leaders who are defining what's next.
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Insights and Education for Careers in Cybersecurity
At RSAC 2025, the message came through loud and clear: Agentic AI is no longer just a concept - it's being deployed today. While much of the buzz focused on performance gains and trust concerns, another story emerged - one that speaks directly to security professionals and those entering the field.
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