North Korean Hackers Caught Using Malware With Microphone Wiretapping Capabilities

A hacking group linked to the North Korean government has been caught using new malware with microphone wiretapping capabilities.
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Compromised Linux SSH servers engage in DDoS attacks, cryptomining

Poorly managed Linux SSH servers are getting compromised by unknown attackers and instructed to engage in DDoS attacks while simultaneously mining cryptocurrency in the background. The Tsunami DDoS bot Tsunami, also known as Kaiten, is a type of DDoS b… Continue reading Compromised Linux SSH servers engage in DDoS attacks, cryptomining

MS SQL servers are getting hacked to deliver ransomware to orgs

Cybercriminals wielding the FARGO (aka Mallox, aka TargetCompany) ransomware are targeting Microsoft SQL (MS SQL) servers, AhnLab’s ASEC analysis team has warned. They haven’t pinpointed how the attackers are getting access to the targeted … Continue reading MS SQL servers are getting hacked to deliver ransomware to orgs