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After hitting top retail stores, experts warn this infamous criminal gang is now going after US insurance giants
- The Scattered Spider cybercrime gang has shifted focus from attacking retailers to targeting insurance companies in the US.
- Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) researchers have detected multiple intrusions in the US, with a particular emphasis on the insurance industry.
- Scattered Spider, a cybercriminal organization part of 'the Com,' is known for targeting industries sequentially and has now set its sights on the insurance sector.
- The gang recently targeted high-end retailers in the UK and engaged in social engineering, SIM swapping, and ransomware attacks against US companies.
- Insurance organizations are advised to be vigilant against social engineering schemes aimed at their help desks and call centers.
- Recent cyberattacks reported by Erie Insurance and Philadelphia Insurance Company align with Scattered Spider's modus operandi, although not confirmed.
- The cybercriminals typically initiate attacks with fake helpdesk calls to gain device access before deploying the DragonForce ransomware.
- Defending against ransomware involves raising awareness among employees about phishing and social engineering tactics.
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