Russian cyberspies target Android users with new spyware

December 13, 2024 at 12:49PM Russian cyberspies Gamaredon are using two Android spyware families, BoneSpy and PlainGnome, to target Russian-speaking individuals in former Soviet states. BoneSpy has been active since 2021, while PlainGnome emerged in 2024. Both malware types collect extensive data from mobile devices, highlighting Gamaredon’s evolved tactics in digital surveillance. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. … Read more

Gamaredon Deploys Android Spyware “BoneSpy” and “PlainGnome” in Former Soviet States

December 12, 2024 at 09:51AM Gamaredon, a Russia-linked threat actor, has developed two Android spyware tools, BoneSpy and PlainGnome, targeting Russian-speaking victims in former Soviet states. These tools gather extensive data from infected devices. Their use marks the first instance of mobile-only malware in Gamaredon’s campaigns, which also includes attempts against NATO countries. ### Meeting … Read more