How to spot a North Korean agent before they get comfy inside payroll

September 24, 2024 at 08:05AM Amid rising exposure to North Korean moles seeking US IT roles, Mandiant provides tips for spotting them. These include diligent background checks, scrutinizing emails and resumes for inconsistencies, and employing measures such as biometric identity verification and video interviews. Additionally, they advise monitoring network traffic, tracking laptop serial numbers, and … Read more

Crooks threaten to leak 3B personal records ‘stolen from background check firm’

June 3, 2024 at 03:40PM Personal information of billions of US, Canadian, and British citizens may be dumped online after being allegedly obtained from a Florida firm. A criminal gang aims to sell the database for $3.5 million, which includes sensitive details like full names, addresses, social security numbers, and family information. The pilfered data … Read more