Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Ervin Zubic

@ervinzubic.bsky.social

230 followers 130 following 90 posts

Founder at blockquiry. http://mirror.xyz/ervinzubic.eth; http://medium.com/@ervin.zubic;

Posts Media Videos Starter Packs

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Apr 16

Ransomware is rising, fraud is rampant, and we're still blind to the full scope of cybercrime. Our latest deep dive—powered by the 2025 InsurSec Report—explains why. 🕵️‍♂️💻 #CyberSecurity #ThreatIntel #Ransomware

🔗 to the full article ⬇️

buff.ly/SV5o6bI

Cybercrime in 2025: Surging Threats Amid a Data Deficit

Cybercrime is rising in 2025, but underreporting and fragmented data hide the true impact. Learn the latest trends and how better metrics…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Apr 14

#FastFlux is back—an evasive DNS botnet technique that’s making it harder for defenders to block malicious servers. The #NSA, CISA, and FBI have issued a warning. Stay informed about this growing national security threat. #CyberSecurity

🔗full article ⬇️
buff.ly/zGO9boy

Fast Flux: The DNS Botnet Technique Alarming National Security Agencies

Fast flux rotates DNS IP addresses to help botnets hide servers and avoid detection. NSA and CISA warn this technique threatens national…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Mar 25

New research paper reveals how PERSEUS uses AI to trace the masterminds behind #Crypto pump-and-dump schemes 🎯 #MEMECoin, #Web3, #financialcrime 🕵️‍♂️

🔗 Read more:

Decoding Meme Coin Chaos: Tracing the Masterminds Behind Crypto Pump-and-Dumps

PERSEUS exposes how masterminds manipulate meme coins in pump-and-dump schemes using AI and social networks like Telegram.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Mar 18

🚨 Security Alert 🚨

@Microsoft has identified a new malware, #StilachiRAT, targeting 20+ crypto wallets, including @CoinbaseWallet and #MetaMask. This trojan steals sensitive data by infiltrating Chrome extensions. #CryptoSecurity #Coinbase

🔗 Link to the full article ⬇️

Coinbase (COIN), MetaMask Wallets at Risk of Malware, Says MicroSoft

A new report from Microsoft researchers warned of malware that could steal and decrypt users’ information from 20 of some of the most popular cryptocurrency wallets.

www.coindesk.com

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Feb 15

🚨 Chinese hackers strike again! Salt Typhoon breached multiple U.S. telecoms via unpatched Cisco routers, exploiting CVE-2023-20198 & CVE-2023-20273. Experts warn: Patch now! 🛡️

🔗 https://buff.ly/3Qhvam4

@BleepinComputer @RecordedFuture @CiscoSecure
#CyberSecurity #ThreatIntel #ChinaHackers

Chinese hackers breach more US telecoms via unpatched Cisco routers

China's Salt Typhoon hackers are still actively targeting telecoms worldwide and have breached more U.S. telecommunications providers via unpatched Cisco IOS XE network devices.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Jan 31

Global crackdown on cybercrime! 🚔 Authorities shut down Cracked & Nulled, arrest key suspects, and seize millions in illicit profits. Another major hit against cybercriminal marketplaces. #CyberCrime #LawEnforcement @daryna_antoniuk @TheRecord_Media Details 👇
https://buff.ly/40Lvn62

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Jan 24

#BreachForums founder faces resentencing after appeals court vacates a controversial light sentence. Key details: cybercrime, parole violations, & serious allegations. Justice under review. #CyberCrime #DataBreach @jgreigj @RecordedFuture Read more 👇

BreachForums admin to be resentenced after appeals court slams supervised release

A three-judge panel vacated a controversial district court decision that set free Conor Fitzpatrick, the administrator of the massive illicit marketplace, after just 17 days in prison.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Jan 22

🌐 Navigating the dark web? Discover the top tools for monitoring threats, their pros & cons, and why building your own tool might not be worth it. 🕵️‍♂️ #CyberSecurity #DarkWeb #OSINT

🔗 Read more:

Top 15 Dark Web Monitoring Tools: Insights, Pros, and Cons

Discover the best dark web monitoring tools with detailed pros and cons. Learn how to save time and avoid maintenance headaches with…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 31

🚨 New #IRS rule targets #DeFi & wallet developers with broker obligations—raising concerns about privacy & innovation. Learn how the new rules impact the future of decentralized finance. 📜🛠️ #Blockchain @acfcsonline

IRS Broker Rule Finalized: Impact on DeFi, Privacy, and Non-Custodial Innovation

Read how the IRS broker rule affects DeFi protocols, non-custodial software providers, and privacy rights. Learn why innovation and…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 26

🚨 Dive into the world of blockchain forensics! Learn how to use blockchain to track ransomware threat actors & unmask cybercriminals 💻💰. A must-read for #ThreatIntel pros. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware @InfoSecComm

📖👇

Using Blockchain to Track Ransomware Threat Actors in 2024 and Beyond

Discover how blockchain is used to trace ransomware payments, uncover threat actor infrastructure, and disrupt cybercriminal networks.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 26

🔍 Tracking crypto laundering across blockchains? Learn how chain hopping works and see it in action! 🚀 Watch our step-by-step demo tracing funds from Ethereum to Bitcoin. #CryptoForensics #BlockchainAnalysis

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 18

🔍 Tracking crypto laundering across blockchains? Learn how chain hopping works and see it in action! 🚀 Watch our step-by-step demo tracing funds from #Ethereum to #Bitcoin. #CryptoForensics #BlockchainAnalysis

🔗to the video & article:

Chain Hopping in Crypto: How to Track Cross-Blockchain Fund Movement

Discover how to trace chain hopping in crypto laundering and watch our video demonstration showing step-by-step tracking across multiple…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 17

🚀 Dive into the complexities of tracking #cryptocurrency across #blockchains! Learn the tools & techniques to trace swaps, with a hands-on example in our 🎥. #BlockchainAnalysis 👀💰

🔗 Link to the video & article:

Track Cryptocurrency Across Chains: Tools, Tips, and a Video Guide

Learn how to track cryptocurrency across chains and swaps. Explore tools, techniques, and watch our video for a hands-on investigation…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Dec 16

📢 New standards alert! Learn how ICS 206-01 is reshaping #OSINT workflows with updated AI citation rules & retention policies. Essential for intel pros! 🕵️‍♂️✨

Read now: https://buff.ly/3ZU9Ybf

#IntelligenceCommunity #AI #OpenSourceIntelligence

ICS 206–01: The New Standard Every OSINT Professional Must Know

Explore ICS 206–01: Essential updates for OSINT pros on AI citations, sourcing rules, retention, and a checklist for seamless compliance.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Nov 30

🚨 Just read "Count of Monte Crypto" 🧾—a new research on securing #blockchain bridges! Why not build a @FortaNetwork
bot to apply the balance invariant & alert in real-time about anomalies? Perfect for #Web3 security teams. 🌉💡#DeFi #CryptoSecurity

🔗 buff.ly/3Be6iHS

A diagram from "Count of Monte Crypto" showing a live auditing system with three components—Blockchain Monitor, Auditor, and Database—designed to detect and flag violating transactions across multiple blockchains.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Nov 22

💡What makes #Bitcoin mixers so difficult to trace? Discover their inner workings, challenges & the forensic tools you can use. Read & watch the video to see it in action! #BlockchainForensics #CryptoCrime @Dune @acfcsonline @MerkleScience

Link to:📄 & 🎥

Bitcoin Mixing Explained: Key Insights and Forensic Analysis Tips

Explore Bitcoin mixers, their mechanisms, and analysis challenges. Watch our video for a real-world example of tracing anonymized transa…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Nov 6

🚀 Swift and Chainlink complete a successful pilot bridging traditional finance and tokenized assets, streamlining fund transactions! This could redefine how #TradFi meets #Crypto. 🌐💸

Read more: https://buff.ly/4elOR5P
@swiftcommunity @chainlink #Tokenization #DigitalAssets

Swift, Chainlink wrap tokenization pilot

A pilot project from Swift, UBS and Chainlink demonstrates how tokenized funds can bridge traditional and crypto rails.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 20

🔍 Are DeFi audits the key to boosting protocol value and safety? This article dives into surprising findings from analyzing 316 DeFi protocols. 📈

Check it out! 🧑‍💻🔗

#DeFi #Blockchain #Crypto @mehrotras @hkust

👇

Are Audits the Key to Unlocking the True Value of DeFi?

Can audits really boost DeFi value and safety? Discover surprising insights from the first empirical study analyzing 316 DeFi protocols.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 18

New report alert! 🚨 The latest @UNODC brief reveals how transnational crime is booming in Southeast Asia, with cyber fraud, underground banking, and tech innovation converging. 🕵️‍♂️💰🔍 #CyberCrime #AML #MoneyLaundering @acfcsonline

🔗 Read more: https://buff.ly/3YcJ9Nr

Diagram illustrating the three stages of gambling-based money laundering: Placement, Layering, and Integration, from the latest UNODC report.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 16

Another addition to the OSINT AUTOMATION WITH PYTHON library! 🐍📊 This time, we’re automating threat intel monitoring on #X (#Twitter) with a Python script. Learn how to scrape user data using #Python & #Tweepy. 💻 #OSINT @osintambition

🔗 Read more:

Python for X(Twitter) OSINT: Automate X(Twitter) Threat Intel Monitoring

Learn how to build a Python X(Twitter) scraper using Tweepy for OSINT and threat intelligence monitoring. Step-by-step guide with practical…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 15

🛠️ Ready to automate your #OSINT efforts across #Telegram, #Discord & the #DarkWeb? Learn how to use #Python to uncover threats & boost your ThreatIntel! 🚨

Check out my guides to mastering OSINT automation with Python. @osintambition

🔗 https://buff.ly/3Yr5U1P

OSINT automation with Python for Telegram, Dark Web, and Discord.

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 9

🚨 Want to automate threat monitoring on #Discord for #OSINT? Check out my latest article where I break down how to retrieve and filter messages with #Python! 📊🔍 Enhance your threat intel and start monitoring Discord for risks. @OsintTeamBlog

🔗

Python for Discord OSINT: Automate Discord Threat Monitoring

Learn how to automate Discord OSINT threat monitoring with Python. Follow the step-by-step guide to retrieve and filter messages from…

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 6

🚀 Want to automate your Telegram #OSINT & threat intel gathering? Check out my latest article on using #Python and #Telethon to scrape #Telegram channels! Learn step-by-step how to gather key intelligence in real-time. 🔐💻

🔗 Read more: publication.osintambition.org/python-for-t...

Python for Telegram OSINT: Automate Telegram Threat Intel Monitoring

Learn how to build a Python Telegram scraper using Telethon for OSINT and threat intelligence monitoring. Step-by-step guide with…

publication.osintambition.org

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Oct 1

🚨 The notorious #EvilCorp cybercrime syndicate has been sanctioned by multiple nations, including 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇦🇺. With deep ties among family & employees, they’ve been responsible for massive financial theft. #Cybercrime #Sanctions #FinancialCrime @acfcsonline

Ervin Zubic @ervinzubic.bsky.social · Sep 27

🚨 Scammers are profiting from crypto giveaways on social media! 💸 A study by @GeorgeKappos et al. uncovers how these scams convert thousands into victims. 👀 Details here ⬇️

🔗 https://buff.ly/4dmqioY

#CryptoScam #Blockchain #CyberSecurity

Example cryptocurrency giveaway scam landing pages featuring Brad Garlinghouse and Elon Musk, and a livestream scam on YouTube.