DEV-0139 launches targeted attacks against the cryptocurrency industry

Microsoft security researchers investigate an attack where the threat actor, tracked DEV-0139, used chat groups to target specific cryptocurrency investment companies and run a backdoor within their network.
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Rise in XorDdos: A deeper look at the stealthy DDoS malware targeting Linux devices

Observing a 254% increase in activity over the last six months from a versatile Linux trojan called XorDdos, the Microsoft 365 Defender research team provides in-depth analysis into this stealthy malware’s capabilities and key infection signs.
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Risks in Telecommunications IT Sr. Threat Researcher Sr. Threat Researcher Sr. Threat Researcher Manager, Threat Research

We summarize the characteristics, threats, and recommendations to improve the security posture of enterprises’ and telecommunications companies’ IT infrastructure. Read More HERE…

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Updated XCSSET Malware Targets Telegram, Other Apps Threats Analyst Threats Analyst

In our last update on the XCSSET campaign, we updated some of its features targeting latest macOS 11 (Big Sur). Since then, the campaign added more features to its toolset, which we have continually monitored. We have also discovered the mechanism used to steal information from various apps, a behavior that has been present since we first discussed XCSSET. Read More HERE…

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BIOPASS RAT: New Malware Sniffs Victims via Live Streaming Threat Researcher Threat Researcher Threat Researcher Threat Researcher

We discovered a new malware that targets online gambling companies in China via a watering hole attack, in which visitors are tricked into downloading a malware loader disguised as a legitimate installer for well-known apps such as Adobe Flash Player or Microsoft Silverlight. Read More HERE…

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