CRYSTALRAY Hackers Infect Over 1,500 Victims Using Network Mapping Tool

July 15, 2024 at 07:09AM A threat actor, known as CRYSTALRAY, has expanded its operations and infected over 1,500 victims using open-source security tools. Their primary objectives include harvesting and selling credentials, deploying cryptocurrency miners, and maintaining persistence in victim environments. Various methods, including tool abuse and credential discovery, are employed, posing serious security risks. … Read more

‘CrystalRay’ Expands Arsenal, Hits 1,500 Targets with SSH-Snake and Open Source Tools

July 11, 2024 at 10:48AM CrystalRay, a threat actor, has expanded their operations since the February attacks. They utilize SSH-Snake, an automated worm-like tool, for hacking purposes and have added mass scanning, open source software exploitation, and credential theft to their arsenal. Their use of open source and penetration testing tools enables them to maintain … Read more