North Korea Hackers Get Cash Fast in Linux Cyber Heists

October 15, 2024 at 05:31PM North Korean threat actors are leveraging a Linux variant of the FASTCash malware to conduct a financial cyber campaign, targeting banks and interbank processors. Originally aimed at Windows systems, the malware manipulates transaction messages to authorize unauthorized withdrawals. Researchers recommend enhanced security measures, including chip and PIN requirements for debit … Read more

New Linux Variant of FASTCash Malware Targets Payment Switches in ATM Heists

October 15, 2024 at 11:54AM North Korean hackers are using a Linux variant of FASTCash malware to steal funds via compromised payment switches, facilitating unauthorized ATM withdrawals. The malware intercepts transaction messages to approve fraudulent transactions of 12,000 to 30,000 Lira. This highlights vulnerabilities in Linux server detection capabilities. **Meeting Takeaways: Financial Fraud / Linux … Read more

New FASTCash malware Linux variant helps steal money from ATMs

October 14, 2024 at 06:21PM North Korean hackers are deploying a new Linux variant of FASTCash malware, targeting payment switch systems at financial institutions for unauthorized cash withdrawals. This variant, first noted in June 2023, manipulates transaction messages to bypass declines, facilitating thefts akin to previous FASTCash operations since 2016. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **New Threat … Read more