July 26, 2024 at 07:03AM The US Department of State is offering a $10 million reward for information on Rim Jong Hyok, a North Korean national charged with hacking hospitals, military bases, and NASA. Operating on behalf of a North Korean military intelligence agency, Rim and his group, APT45, have targetted foreign businesses, government entities, … Read more
April 24, 2024 at 03:51AM A new malware campaign, called GuptiMiner, is using the eScan antivirus software’s updating mechanism to distribute backdoors and cryptocurrency miners, targeting large corporate networks. The campaign is linked to a North Korean hacking group Kimsuky. The malware uses sophisticated techniques and has evaded detection for at least five years. The … Read more
February 11, 2024 at 03:21PM The U.N. experts are investigating 58 North Korean cyberattacks valued at $3 billion between 2017-2023, with funds allegedly used for weapons development. North Korea’s high volume of cyberattacks continues, with increasing military tensions in the region. The country has flouted U.N. sanctions, expanded its nuclear weapons program, and engaged in … Read more
December 1, 2023 at 04:08PM The US Treasury sanctioned North Korean cyberespionage group Kimsuky, hindering DPRK’s WMD program by disrupting revenue and intelligence gathering. Kimsuky, active since 2013, remains resilient despite sanctions from the US and allies. Greater awareness and cybersecurity are needed to combat North Korea’s cyber threats. Meeting Takeaways: 1. The US Department … Read more
November 30, 2023 at 05:18PM OFAC sanctioned the Kimsuky hacking group and eight North Korean agents for espionage and aiding DPRK’s WMD programs, responding to DPRK’s satellite launch. Kimsuky has expanded from South Korea to global targets, engaging in cyberattacks to support DPRK’s nuclear ambitions. Previous sanctions targeted DPRK groups for cyber theft funding the … Read more