#SpectralBlur

North Korea Debuts ‘SpectralBlur’ Malware Amid macOS Onslaught

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January 5, 2024 at 03:06PM TA444, a North Korean state-backed threat actor, has introduced “SpectralBlur,” a new macOS-targeting malware. It offers various capabilities, including file upload/download, shell execution, and command execution. This development underscores the group’s consistent generation of proprietary malware. The malware shares similarities with Lazarus Group’s tools, indicating a significant focus on macOS … Read more

SpectralBlur: New macOS Backdoor Threat from North Korean Hackers

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January 5, 2024 at 11:15AM Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Apple macOS backdoor called SpectralBlur, attributed to North Korean threat actors. It has capabilities such as uploading/downloading files and running shell commands. The malware shares similarities with KANDYKORN, showcasing the growing focus of North Korean threat actors on macOS, particularly in cryptocurrency and blockchain … Read more

New ‘SpectralBlur’ macOS Backdoor Linked to North Korea

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January 5, 2024 at 08:42AM Security researchers have uncovered SpectralBlur, a new macOS backdoor linked to the North Korean malware family KandyKorn. The malware, with capabilities such as file manipulation and communication with the command-and-control server, shares similarities with KandyKorn. It is believed to be another addition to the arsenal of Lazarus, a prominent North … Read more