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Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach
SBT Content Engineers 02/06/2025

Understanding the LockBit Ransomware Breach

The recent LockBit ransomware breach saw attackers deface its affiliate panel and leak an SQL database, exposing victim data, negotiation tactics, and operational missteps. It explores ties to the Everest hack, LockBit’s RaaS model, and affiliate errors, offering a glimpse into the group’s vulnerabilities.

Meet João Rodrigues: SBT’s Director of Web Shaping Our Digital Future
Duncan Whitley 30/06/2025

Meet João Rodrigues: SBT’s Director of Web Shaping Our Digital Future

We’re thrilled to introduce João Rodrigues, Security Blue Team’s Director of Web, a driving force behind the secure, seamless platforms that define our cybersecurity training experience. For those familiar with João through his pivotal work on our BTLO platform or his involvement in SBT’s CTF events, this is a fresh...

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Unveiling Intelligence through Honeypots' Cyber Deception
Luis Suastegui 10/05/2024

Unveiling Intelligence through Honeypots' Cyber Deception

Honeypots are intriguing tools in cybersecurity, designed to attract cyber attackers and analyze their methods. We explore the two main types, as well as the pros and cons of using them as part of your security strategy.

Cloud Surfing: Riding the Waves of Google Drive Forensics
Renmarc Andrada 18/04/2024

Cloud Surfing: Riding the Waves of Google Drive Forensics

Given the complexity of obtaining and evaluating data from cloud services, cloud storage forensics is now recognized as a key component of digital investigations in today's digitally-dependent environment. Among them, Google Drive is an excellent choice for forensic investigation because of its extensive usage and the variety of data it...

CVE-2024-2879 – Critical Vulnerability in WordPress Plugin LayerSlider
Daly Whyte 03/04/2024

CVE-2024-2879 – Critical Vulnerability in WordPress Plugin LayerSlider

Earlier today the critical vulnerability CVE-2024-2879 was announced for the widely used WordPress plugin LayerSlider, affecting versions 7.9.11 - 7.10.0. This vulnerability is an unauthenticated SQL injection with a CVSSv3 score of 9.8 with the likelihood of high impact to data confidentiality and integrity. This post will advise how to...

SBT partners with KHIPU Networks
Melissa Boyle 28/03/2024

SBT partners with KHIPU Networks

We are delighted to announce that we have entered into a strategic partnership with KHIPU Networks, with a view to delivering our training to a whole new network of organisations.