North Korea Debuts ‘SpectralBlur’ Malware Amid macOS Onslaught
The post-exploitation backdoor is the latest in a string of custom tools aimed at spying on Apple users.
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Syrian Threat Group Peddles Destructive SilverRAT
The Middle Eastern developers claim to be building a new version of the antivirus-bypassing remote access Trojan (RAT) attack tool.
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Cyber-Focused FBI Agents Deploy to Embassies Globally
The bureau is adding six new positions placed in locations that include New Delhi and Rome.
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Fire Sale: Zeppelin Ransomware Source Code Sells for $500 on Dark Web
The buyer could use the code to restart the up to now all-but-defunct Zeppelin ransomware-as-a-service operation.
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Signal, AI Generated Art Least, Amazon, Facebook Most Invasive Apps, Study
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In-depth analysis reveals concerning patterns in user data collection, with shopping and food delivery apps at the forefront.
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Merck Settles NotPetya Insurance Claim, Leaving Cyberwar Definition Unresolved
In a landmark case that blurs the lines between cyber and kinetic warfare, Merck reached a settlement with insurers over a $1.4 billion claim stemming from the NotPetya malware attack.
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Why Red Teams Can’t Answer Defenders’ Most Important Questions
Red-team assessments aren’t very good at validating that defenses are working, so defenders don’t have a realistic sense of how strong their defenses are.
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Crypto Wallet Founder Loses $125,000 to Fake Airdrop Website
Bill Lou, co-founder of Nest Wallet, a cryptocurrency wallet startup, lost $125,000 to a crypto scam. He fell victim to a phishing attack after visiting a fraudulent website that appeared to be a legitimate crypto airdrop platform.
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New ‘SpectralBlur’ macOS Backdoor Linked to North Korea
SpectralBlur is a new macOS backdoor that shows similarities with North Korean hacking group’s KandyKorn malware.
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US Says 19 People Charged Following 2019 Takedown of xDedic Cybercrime Marketplace
Justice Department says 19 people involved in the xDedic cybercrime marketplace have been charged to date following its 2019 takedown.
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