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🏴‍☠️ Qilin Ransomware Hits Colombian Hospital Network COHAN

20 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Qilin ransomware has claimed responsibility for an attack on COHAN, a major Colombian hospital cooperative. The breach highlights the growing threat to healthcare infrastructure and the urgent need for stronger cyber defenses.

Janela RAT Exposed: MSI Malware Campaign Hits Latin American Banks

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

A new Janela RAT campaign is targeting Latin American financial sectors with deceptive MSI files and malicious browser extensions, enabling stealthy data theft from banks, fintechs, and cryptocurrency users.

Janela RAT: Fake Installers and Malicious Extensions Target Latin American Financial Networks

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Janela RAT is infiltrating Latin American financial networks by disguising malware as legitimate software installers and leveraging malicious browser extensions. Discover how this campaign works, its technical tricks, and why organizations must step up their cyber defenses.

🏴‍☠️ Fondonorma Ransomware Attack: Venezuela's Standards Body Targeted

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Fondonorma, Venezuela’s standards authority, has been struck by ransomware—signaling a dangerous trend of cybercriminals targeting critical public sector institutions in Latin America.

🏴‍☠️ Andean Community Hit by Ransomware: Cybercriminals Leak Sensitive Data

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

A ransomware gang has breached the Andean Community, leaking sensitive internal data and exposing digital vulnerabilities in a key South American organization.

JanelaRAT Malware Unleashes Nearly 15,000 Attacks on Brazilian Banks in 2025

13 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

JanelaRAT, a stealthy banking trojan, has launched nearly 15,000 attacks on Brazilian banks in 2025. Using phishing emails, rogue installers, and advanced evasion tactics, it marks a new era of cyber threats against Latin American financial institutions.

CPUID Hack: CPU-Z and HWMonitor Downloads Hijacked to Spread STX RAT

12 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

For under 24 hours, attackers compromised CPUID’s official site, weaponizing CPU-Z and HWMonitor downloads with STX RAT malware. The breach highlights the growing threat of supply chain attacks on trusted software.

BTS Ticket Scams: How Cybercriminals Are Tricking Fans Worldwide

10 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Cybercriminals are targeting BTS fans with fake ticket websites across Latin America and Europe, using social engineering and instant payment systems to steal money. Discover how the scam works and key tips to avoid falling victim.

🏴‍☠️ SAAM-Towage Breach: Ransomware Attack Rocks Maritime Logistics

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

SAAM-Towage, a leader in maritime logistics, is reeling from a ransomware attack that threatens the safety and efficiency of global shipping. Here’s what we know about the breach, the data at risk, and the growing threat to the maritime sector.

🏴‍☠️ Timc Ransomware Gang Hits Debene S.A.: 100GB Data Breach Exposed

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Debene S.A. faces a critical data breach after ransomware group Timc exfiltrated over 100GB of sensitive data, including PII and trade records. The attackers threaten full disclosure unless demands are met, highlighting the rising risks of modern ransomware attacks.