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Scam alerts as fake emails and sites exploit IT outages to target users

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Scam alerts as fake emails and sites exploit IT outages to target users

In the wake of the recent global IT outage linked to CrowdStrike, cybersecurity experts and agencies worldwide are issuing warnings about a surge in opportunistic scams. Although there’s no evidence that the outage itself resulted from malicious activity, bad actors are seizing the opportunity to exploit the situation.

Cybersecurity authorities in the UK and Australia are alerting the public to be wary of fraudulent emails, calls, and websites that impersonate official channels. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz emphasized the importance of verifying the authenticity of communication before downloading any fixes. “We know that adversaries and bad actors will try to exploit events like this,” Kurtz said in a blog post. “Our blog and technical support will continue to be the official channels for the latest updates.”

Troy Hunt, a cybersecurity expert and creator of the “Have I Been Pwned” website, echoed these concerns. “An incident like this that has commanded so many headlines and has people worried is a gift to scammers,” Hunt noted.

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has issued a warning about hackers distributing fake software fixes under the guise of CrowdStrike support. “Alert! We understand a number of malicious websites and unofficial code are being released claiming to help entities recover,” the ASD’s notice warns. The agency advises IT professionals to use only CrowdStrike’s official website for information and assistance.

Similarly, the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has urged heightened vigilance against phishing attempts. “An increase in phishing referencing this outage has already been observed, as opportunistic malicious actors seek to take advantage of the situation,” the NCSC stated.

The rise in CrowdStrike-themed domain registrations and fake websites aims to deceive IT managers and the public into downloading malicious software or disclosing sensitive information. Secureworks researchers have noted a significant increase in such activities.

Experts advise caution, emphasizing that both IT managers and individuals should rely solely on official CrowdStrike channels for information and support.

CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for global tech outage, promises recovery efforts

Venus L Peñaflor
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CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for global tech outage, promises recovery efforts

WASHINGTON. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz issued an apology for a major global tech outage that disrupted various industries on Friday, promising a thorough recovery process for affected customers.

In an interview on NBC News’ “Today” program, Kurtz expressed his regret, stating, “We’re deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this, including our company.” The outage, which affected numerous sectors, has led to significant operational challenges worldwide.

Kurtz assured that many customers were in the process of rebooting their systems, with most coming back online. “Many of the customers are rebooting the system and it’s coming up and it’ll be operational,” Kurtz said. However, he acknowledged that some systems might require additional time to recover, noting, “It could be some time for some systems that won’t automatically recover.”

CrowdStrike is committed to ensuring that all customers achieve full recovery, according to Kurtz. The company is working diligently to address the issues and restore normal operations as quickly as possible.

A faulty software update grounds flights, disrupts hospitals and shakes governments

EDGARDO HERNAL
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A faulty software update grounds flights, disrupts hospitals and shakes governments

NEW YORK. A widespread software update malfunction wreaked technological havoc around the globe on Friday, leading to grounded flights, disruptions at financial institutions and news outlets, and significant issues for hospitals, small businesses, and government offices.

The outage, traced to a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, predominantly impacted customers using Microsoft Windows, the world’s leading operating system for personal computers. The issue was not related to hacking or cyberattacks, CrowdStrike confirmed. The company has since apologized and is working on a fix.

The technical glitch caused a cascade of disruptions. Thousands of flights were canceled, and tens of thousands more were delayed, affecting airports across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The summer travel season saw long queues and significant disruptions as airlines struggled with check-in and booking systems. Although the situation began to improve by late afternoon Eastern Time, residual cancellations and delays persisted due to the aftereffects.

Local TV stations in the U.S. faced broadcasting interruptions, and various state and local government agencies encountered problems with courts, motor vehicle departments, unemployment agencies, and emergency call centers. While many systems were recovering as the day progressed, the initial impact was significant.

Hospitals experienced serious disruptions to their appointment systems, leading to postponed patient visits and canceled surgeries. Alison Baulos reported that her 73-year-old father’s heart surgery in Paducah, Kentucky, was canceled due to the outage. “It does really make you just realize how much we rely on technology and how scary it is,” Baulos said. A phone message left with Baptist Hospital went unanswered.

Financial institutions also faced issues. American Express had temporary difficulties processing transactions, and TD Bank addressed online complaints about account access. Minor inconveniences were felt elsewhere, such as trouble ordering ahead at Starbucks, causing lengthy lines at some locations.

In Times Square, New York City, several giant electronic billboards displayed blue “recovery” screens shortly before 12:30 a.m., and some remained dark later in the day.

James Bore, a cyber expert, warned of the risks inherent in widespread software reliance. “All of these systems are running the same software,” Bore noted. “When things inevitably go wrong — and they will — they go wrong at a huge scale.”

Germany’s IT security chief, Claudia Plattner, indicated that a quick resolution was unlikely. “We can’t expect a very quick solution,” she said. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz acknowledged the severity of the issue and apologized, stating, “We are deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this.”

CrowdStrike’s update involved “the Falcon sensor,” a product designed to block online attacks. The company’s 29,000 customers face a laborious manual fix, which may take several days or longer. Forrester analyst Allie Mellen described the situation as a major challenge given the scale of CrowdStrike’s operations.

Microsoft’s Ann Johnson confirmed that customers are receiving necessary support but could not estimate how long the recovery would take. In Alaska, the state court system resumed operations after a 12-hour repair, and Iowa’s critical technology systems were back online by mid-afternoon.

Despite the widespread impact, Capital Economics projected minimal effect on the global economy. However, cybersecurity experts cautioned against potential exploitation by bad actors, with Gartner analyst Eric Grenier warning, “Attackers will prey on organizations as a result of this.”

CrowdStrike reassured customers that its Falcon systems and security scanning were unaffected. As global systems begin to recover, the outage remains a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our interconnected digital infrastructure.

Bomb threat sa PUP-Laguna, nagresulta sa kanselasyon ng mga exams

Arman B. Cambe
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Bomb threat sa PUP-Laguna, nagresulta sa kanselasyon ng mga exams

SAN PEDRO CITY, Laguna. Nagdulot ng pagkabahala sa Polytechnic University of the Philippines-San Pedro (PUP-San Pedro) ang isang bomb threat na iniulat noong Biyernes, na nagresulta sa pansamantalang pagkansela ng mga eksaminasyon ng mga estudyante.

Ayon kay Lt. Col. Jaime Federico Jr., hepe ng San Pedro Police, ang bomb threat na ipinadala sa email address na dathu.datubuana@gmail.com at itinuring na mula sa opisyal na email address ng PUP San Pedro Student Council (csc.pupspc1@gmail.com), ay pananakot lamang. Matapos ang tatlong oras na paghahanap sa buong campus ng Explosive Ordinance Division (EOD) at mga lokal na awtoridad kasama ang K9 dogs, idineklara ng mga operatiba na walang bomba sa lugar.

“It’s a prank or false. May schedule noong July 19 to Aug. 10 for examination of the students. We suspected that there is someone or somebody who wants to postpone the examination,” ayon kay Federico.

Ang banta ng bomba ay unang iniulat ni Johncel Tawat, 28, isang propesor, noong Biyernes ng alas-6:30 ng gabi. Sa kasalukuyan, nakikipag-ugnayan ang mga imbestigador sa anti-cyber crime unit 4A upang matukoy ang pinagmulan ng bomb threat.


Israeli settlers strengthen ties with U.S. religious right after Hamas attacks

Venus L Peñaflor
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Israeli settlers strengthen ties with U.S. religious right after Hamas attacks

ALON SHVUT, West Bank. Ruth Lieberman, a Jewish settler in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, is leveraging her connections with prominent U.S. Republicans to counter international pressure for Palestinian statehood. Lieberman, a political consultant who frequently hosts U.S. delegations, has hosted key figures such as Senator Mike Lee and House Speaker Mike Johnson, strengthening ties between Israeli settlers and the Republican Party’s religious right.

Weeks after the October 7 attack by Hamas, Lieberman hosted conservative Senator Mike Lee, a Mormon, for a Shabbat meal at her home in Alon Shvut, a major settlement in Gush Etzion. During their conversation, Lieberman emphasized that the attack had solidified Israeli opposition to Palestinian statehood. “The attack has hardened Israeli resistance to the idea of a Palestinian state,” Lieberman stated in an interview.

Such interactions, Lieberman argues, are crucial for aligning U.S. Republican views with the stance of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. She highlighted her efforts to influence the Republican Party ahead of the upcoming U.S. elections. Lieberman and her colleagues recently met with Johnson and Lee in Washington, presenting their case against Palestinian statehood.

Despite Trump’s previous support for Israeli policies, his current position on Palestinian statehood remains ambiguous. The U.S. has traditionally supported the two-state solution, but recent events have intensified debates. “Israel has never had a better friend in the White House than Trump,” a campaign spokesperson said, though specifics on Trump’s views were not clarified.

The United Nations recently ruled that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal, a decision Israel dismissed as “fundamentally wrong.” Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden has renewed calls for a negotiated Palestinian state encompassing the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem.

A May poll by Tel Aviv University shows a decline in support for a two-state solution within Israel, with only 33% in favor, down from 43% before October 7. Conversely, support for annexation and restricting Palestinian rights has risen to 32%.

Israeli Rabbi Pesach Wolicki has spearheaded the “Keep God’s Land” campaign, which seeks to influence U.S. policy against the two-state solution. The campaign, supported by evangelical Christians and Jewish leaders, has grown to over 1,000 members.

Southern Baptist pastor Tony Perkins has been a significant advocate for aligning evangelical support with Israeli right-wing interests. “Support for settlers among evangelicals has increased since the Hamas attack,” Perkins noted. The attack, which resulted in over 1,200 Israeli casualties and around 150 hostages, has shifted U.S. evangelical opinion.

Recent U.S. legislative proposals reflect this shift, such as Congresswoman Claudia Tenney’s bill to use the biblical terms “Judea and Samaria” instead of the West Bank in official documents. The bill, which has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, signifies a growing alignment with Israeli right-wing terminology.

As settlement expansion accelerates, the U.N. reports a 30% increase in the Israeli population in the West Bank over the past decade. This expansion and the related violence have prompted sanctions from the U.S. and EU, though Lieberman and her supporters argue that such actions exacerbate conflict.

David Friedman, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, now advocates for a single expanded Israel, a position he likens to Puerto Rico’s status. “We need to reach an agreement with the Palestinians to ensure peace,” said Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesperson for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, emphasizing the ongoing need for a resolution.

Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam’s longtime leader and proponent of ‘bamboo diplomacy,’ passes away

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam’s longtime leader and proponent of ‘bamboo diplomacy,’ passes away

HANOI. Nguyen Phu Trong, who led Vietnam for over a decade and championed a nuanced foreign policy known as “bamboo diplomacy,” has died at the age of 80. The ruling Communist Party of Vietnam announced that Trong’s death was due to “old age and serious illness.”

Trong, who became the general secretary of the Communist Party in 2011, wielded significant power in one of the world’s few remaining one-party states. He also served as Vietnam’s president from 2018 to 2020. His tenure was marked by a controversial anti-corruption campaign and a strategic balancing act between major global powers.

In 2017, Trong initiated a sweeping anti-corruption drive known as the “blazing furnace,” aimed at curbing graft and political corruption. The campaign led to the arrest and resignation of numerous senior officials but also faced criticism for being politically motivated and contributing to a stifling of dissent. Trong famously remarked, “The furnace is heating up, even fresh firewood can be burnt,” reflecting his aggressive stance on corruption.

Despite his efforts, Trong’s anti-corruption measures did not fully eradicate graft, as demonstrated by the financial scandal in late 2022 involving real estate tycoon Truong My Lan. The scandal, which led to a significant bank run, required a costly intervention by Vietnam’s central bank, amounting to over $24 billion.

Trong’s foreign policy approach, characterized by “more friends, fewer foes,” led to a significant diplomatic reconfiguration. Under his leadership, Vietnam elevated its relations with several countries, including a notable visit by U.S. President Joe Biden to Hanoi in September 2023, which marked Vietnam’s elevation of the United States to its highest diplomatic status alongside China, Russia, India, and South Korea. This was followed by a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping and a diplomatic boost for Japan.

Trong’s health had been deteriorating in recent months, and he had increasingly missed public events. On Thursday, his responsibilities as party chief were taken over by President To Lam.

Born in the suburbs of Hanoi, Trong was educated in philology and political science. His modest lifestyle and rejection of expensive gifts were well-documented, though his leadership was also marked by efforts to consolidate power and promote his image through extensive party publications.

Trong’s legacy includes his role in Vietnam’s remarkable economic growth. Since the implementation of the “Doi Moi” reforms in 1986, Vietnam transformed from a war-ravaged agrarian society into one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies. Under Trong’s leadership, the country maintained an average GDP growth rate of 5.8% over the past decade, even amid the global pandemic.

His tenure saw the longest-serving party chief role in modern Vietnam, second only to Le Duan, who led the country for 26 years. Trong is survived by his wife and two children, who, unlike many high-ranking officials, have pursued ordinary public service roles.

As Vietnam reflects on Trong’s contributions and controversies, his influence on both domestic policy and international relations remains a significant chapter in the nation’s modern history.

Red Cross nagbabala sa panganib ng leptospirosis ngayong tag-ulan

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Red Cross nagbabala sa panganib ng leptospirosis ngayong tag-ulan

MAYNILA. Nagbigay ng babala ang Philippine Red Cross (PRC) sa publiko na mag-ingat laban sa leptospirosis, kasunod ng malalakas na pag-ulan at pagbaha na naganap sa Visayas at Mindanao.

Ayon sa ulat mula sa Red Cross chapters, apektado na ang mahigit 58,000 pamilya sa mga katimugang rehiyon ng bansa dahil sa pagbaha, na nagpapataas ng panganib ng leptospirosis. Noong Hulyo 18, ang PRC ay namahagi ng mahigit 1,000 Doxycycline, isang prophylactic agent laban sa leptospirosis, sa mga residente ng Zamboanga City.

Tiniyak ni PRC Chairman at CEO Dick Gordon na ang Red Cross at ang mga lokal na kabanata nito sa Mindanao ay nakatuon sa pagtulong at pagprotekta sa mga komunidad mula sa leptospirosis. “We are committed to securing our kababayan from leptospirosis. Infection risk is high in flood-hit communities since the area becomes a breeding ground for rats and mosquitoes. Our staff and volunteers are working hard to raise awareness and implement our health campaigns,” ani Gordon.

Pinayuhan ni Gordon ang publiko na iwasan ang paglangoy o paglubog sa posibleng kontaminadong tubig; gumamit ng tamang proteksyon tulad ng bota at guwantes upang maiwasan ang pagkakalantad sa kontaminadong tubig; alisan ng tubig ang mga posibleng kontaminadong lugar; at panatilihin ang isang “rodent-free” na tahanan upang mapanatili ang kaligtasan.

Global tech outage cripples industries, revealing online vulnerabilities

Venus L Peñaflor
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Global tech outage cripples industries, revealing online vulnerabilities

A massive global tech outage on Friday disrupted a wide range of industries, from travel to finance, before services gradually began to resume. The incident highlights the risks associated with the world’s increasing reliance on interconnected digital technologies.

The outage was triggered by a problematic software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike (CRWD.O), which appeared to affect systems running Microsoft Windows (MSFT.O). The disruption led to grounded flights, broadcasting failures, and interruptions in essential services such as healthcare and banking.

CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz addressed the issue on the social media platform X, stating that a defect was found “in a single content update for Windows hosts” and that a fix was being implemented. “We’re deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this, including our company,” Kurtz told NBC News’ “Today” program. He added, “Many of the customers are rebooting the system and it’s coming up and it’ll be operational. It could be some time for some systems that won’t automatically recover.”

Despite efforts to restore services, experts warned that the outage exposed the vulnerabilities of an increasingly online world. Ciaran Martin, a professor at Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government and former head of the UK National Cyber Security Centre, commented, “This is a very, very uncomfortable illustration of the fragility of the world’s core Internet infrastructure.” Martin noted that while the core problem seemed straightforward, its immediate impact was significant. “I’m struggling to think of an outage at quite this scale,” he said.

The global reliance on a handful of interconnected technology companies has intensified over the past two decades, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This interconnectedness explains why a single software issue could have such widespread effects.

Major U.S. airlines, including American Airlines (AAL.O), Delta Air Lines (DAL.N), and United Airlines (UAL.O), grounded flights early Friday. Similar disruptions were reported by other carriers and airports worldwide, leading to delays and manual check-ins. Banks and financial services from Australia to India and Germany experienced transaction difficulties, with one trader calling it “the mother of all global market outages.”

In the UK, booking systems for doctors went offline, and Sky News, a major broadcaster, was forced off-air, apologizing for the disruption. Manchester United also announced the postponement of a scheduled ticket release. Airports in cities like Los Angeles, Singapore, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, and Berlin reported significant delays as some airlines struggled with manual check-ins. Government agencies in the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates also faced disruptions.

As the day progressed, many companies began to restore normal services. Spanish airport operator Aena (AENA.MC), U.S. carriers American Airlines, Frontier, and Spirit (SAVE.N), Dubai International Airport, and Australia’s Commonwealth Bank (CBA.AX) reported a return to normal operations. The LSEG Group (LSEG.L) also announced that its data and services were back online after experiencing some financial market disruptions.

Despite the recovery efforts, industry experts are evaluating the potential long-term impact of what is being called the largest IT outage in history. Ajay Unni, CEO of StickmanCyber, one of Australia’s largest cybersecurity services firms, remarked, “IT security tools are all designed to ensure that companies can continue to operate in the worst-case scenario of a data breach, so to be the root cause of a global IT outage is an unmitigated disaster.”

CrowdStrike, with a market value of approximately $83 billion and over 20,000 global subscribers, saw its shares drop by 14.5% shortly after the Wall Street open. In contrast, its cybersecurity competitors saw gains, with SentinelOne up more than 10% and Palo Alto Networks up 2.6%. Microsoft shares fell nearly 1.5%.

Delivery rider timbog sa P1.9-M ecstasy sa Cavite

Arman B. Cambe
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Delivery rider timbog sa P1.9-M ecstasy sa Cavite

BACOOR CITY, Cavite. Arestado ng pulisya ang isang delivery rider na may dalang mahigit sa P1.9 milyong halaga ng party drugs na ecstasy sa isang buy-bust operation sa open parking lot ng isang mall sa Brgy. Molino 4, lungsod na ito kamakalawa ng gabi.

Ayon kay Mary Ann Mahilom-Lorenzo, Public Information Officer ng Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-Calabarzon, ang suspek ay kinilalang si Jerome Jamila, 34-anyos, na kilala rin sa pangalang “Randy.” Si Jamila ay isang delivery driver at residente ng FB Harrison St, Pasay City.

Ayon sa ulat ng pulisya, nakatanggap sila ng impormasyon hinggil sa isang shipment na ibabagsak sa Cavite sa pamamagitan ng isang delivery courier. Dahil dito, isinagawa ang drug operation ng pinagsanib na puwersa ng PDEA-4A, Regional Special Enforcement Team 1 na nagsilbing lead unit, PNP-Regional Drug Enforcement Unit (RDEU)-4A, at Bacoor City Police bandang 7:45 ng gabi sa open parking lot ng kilalang mall sa Brgy. Molino 4, Bacoor City kung saan inaasahang idedeliver ng rider ang nasabing shipment.

Agad naaresto si Jamila nang maisagawa ang transaksyon. Nakumpiska sa kanyang pag-iingat ang isang brown paper bag na naglalaman ng isang box ng Nike, at sa loob nito ay may mahigit 1,151 piraso ng blue tablets na ecstasy na tinatayang nagkakahalaga ng P1,956,700.

Houti drone hits Tel Aviv, killing 1 and injuring 10

Venus L Peñaflor
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Houti drone hits Tel Aviv, killing 1 and injuring 10

TEL AVIV. A significant explosion rocked central Tel Aviv early Friday morning following a drone strike that resulted in one death and at least ten injuries, according to authorities. The drone attack has been claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have previously targeted Israel with drones and missiles in support of Palestinians during the ongoing conflict.

The strike comes after the Houthis asserted that their latest drones are capable of evading Israel’s advanced aerial defense systems. However, an Israeli military official stated that the drone had been identified prior to the attack and attributed the incident to “human error.”

The drone strike occurred just a day after Israel’s far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited a highly sensitive holy site in Jerusalem, an act that further jeopardized fragile negotiations aimed at ending the nearly nine-month-long war in Gaza.

The conflict began on October 7, when Hamas militants launched a significant assault on southern Israel, resulting in approximately 1,200 deaths—primarily civilians—and the abduction of about 250 individuals. In response, Israeli ground offensives and airstrikes have led to over 38,600 casualties in Gaza, according to the territory’s Health Ministry. This count does not differentiate between combatants and civilians.

International courts have leveled accusations of war crimes and genocide against Israel, which the country vehemently denies. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with the majority of its 2.3 million residents living in overcrowded conditions in tent camps amid severe restrictions, ongoing conflict, and a deteriorating humanitarian situation, leading to widespread hunger and fears of famine.

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