#COATHANGER

China’s FortiGate attacks more extensive than first thought

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June 12, 2024 at 10:06AM The Netherlands’ cybersecurity agency revealed an extensive Chinese state-sponsored malware attack on FortiGate systems, compromising at least 20,000 units, impacting Western governments, defense companies, and international organizations. Coathanger malware provided persistent access and is distinct from other RATs. Dutch intelligence suspects continued Chinese control over infected systems worldwide, highlighting edge … Read more

China Caught Dropping RAT Designed for FortiGate Devices

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February 8, 2024 at 09:08AM The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) uncovered a potent new malware strain called “Coathanger” being used by Chinese state-sponsored threat actors. It targets FortiGate devices and was deployed to spy on the Dutch Ministry of Defense in 2023. The report advises regular risk analysis and patching for edge … Read more

Chinese Hackers Exploited FortiGate Flaw to Breach Dutch Military Network

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February 7, 2024 at 04:02AM Chinese state-backed hackers targeted the Dutch armed forces’ computer network using a known critical security flaw in Fortinet FortiGate devices, resulting in the deployment of COATHANGER malware for persistent remote access. The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service confirmed the breach, marking the first public attribution of a cyber espionage … Read more