North Korea’s ‘Stonefly’ APT Swarms US Private Co’s. for Profit

October 2, 2024 at 05:49PM North Korean APT group “Stonefly” has pivoted to targeting US private companies for financial gain, evading a recent US indictment and $10 million bounty. Previously focused on espionage, the group deployed Backdoor.Preft and Nukebot in August attacks, intending ransomware deployment. Businesses should watch for Stonefly’s indicators of compromise to guard … Read more

China’s ‘Evasive Panda’ APT Spies on Taiwan Targets Across Platforms

July 23, 2024 at 03:59PM Evasive Panda, also known as Daggerfly, is a Chinese advanced persistent threat (APT) group that targets telecommunications companies, government agencies, NGOs, universities, and private individuals. It has developed malware for various platforms, including Windows, macOS, Android, Linux, and Solaris, showcasing its ambition and diverse capabilities. The group’s continuous development and … Read more

Chinese Hackers Target Taiwan and US NGO with MgBot Malware

July 23, 2024 at 09:31AM Taipei and U.S. NGOs targeted by state-affiliated Chinese hacking group Daggerfly, using upgraded malware tools. Symantec reports the group engages in internal espionage, exploits Apache HTTP server vulnerability, and quickly adapts to continue espionage activities. New malware linked to Daggerfly includes MACMA and Nightdoor, targeting major operating systems. CVERC accuses … Read more