Hacker group IntelBroker has claimed responsibility for a potential cyberattack on a popular (undisclosed) mobile banking app with more than 10 million users. The malicious actor, known for his prowess in exploiting vulnerabilities, posted details of the exploit on a hacker forum on Saturday, January 27, 2024.
IntelBroker’s post, titled “(Cyber Niggers) Popular Mobile Banking Vulnerability», proposes an exploit capable of recovering and disclosing sensitive information from the banking application. The data for sale includes users’ full names, countries, and payment methods. THE pirate requires payment exclusively in XMR (Monero) and has provided visuals to highlight the severity of the exploit.
Cyber attack claims from IntelBroker Hacker Group and Cyber Niggers
The exact target of this attack is not explicitly mentioned in the message. However, speculation stemming from the Daily’s initial Dark web hinting at Nu Bank being the potential target.
In November 2023, parallel reports reported a Cyberattack against General Electrica multinational technology giant. IntelBroker, affiliated with the Cyber Niggers hacker group, allegedly breached General Electric, claiming access to confidential military projects.
The hackers tried to sell access to the network on a hacker forum for 500 US dollars. General Electric, in response, opened an investigation into the allegations data breach.
The General Electric data breach
The violation would involve access to sensitive information linked to the US government’s defense R&D agency, DARPA. IntelBroker not only claimed access to the network, but also put samples of leaked data on the hacker forum up for sale. The data includes SQL database files, military documents, aviation system descriptions and technical guides, and maintenance reports.
General Electric, renowned for its contributions to aerospace technology, particularly aircraft engines, collaborates with DARPA on various defense-related projects. A GE spokesperson confirmed that they were aware of IntelBroker’s claims and assured that appropriate measures would be taken to safeguard the integrity of their systems.
Intel Broker has a history of successful and high-profile attacks, including breaches at Weee! grocery service, the District of Columbia’s DC Health Link program, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This recent incident highlights the ongoing threats posed by cybercriminal organizations like the hacker group IntelBroker and Cyber Niggers in the financial and technology sectors.
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