LuminousMoth APT: Sweeping attacks for the chosen few

We recently came across unusual APT activity that was detected in high volumes, albeit most likely aimed at a few targets of interest. Further analysis revealed that the actor, which we dubbed LuminousMoth, shows an affinity to the HoneyMyte group, otherwise known as Mustang Panda. Continue reading LuminousMoth APT: Sweeping attacks for the chosen few

Andariel evolves to target South Korea with ransomware

In April 2021, we observed a suspicious Word document with a Korean file name and decoy. It revealed a novel infection scheme and an unfamiliar payload. After a deep analysis, we came to a conclusion: the Andariel group was behind these attacks. Continue reading Andariel evolves to target South Korea with ransomware

What did DeathStalker hide between two ferns?

While tracking DeathStalker’s Powersing-based activities in May 2020, we detected a previously unknown implant that leveraged DNS over HTTPS as a C2 channel, as well as parts of its delivery chain. We named this new malware “PowerPepper”. Continue reading What did DeathStalker hide between two ferns?

What did DeathStalker hide between two ferns?

While tracking DeathStalker’s Powersing-based activities in May 2020, we detected a previously unknown implant that leveraged DNS over HTTPS as a C2 channel, as well as parts of its delivery chain. We named this new malware “PowerPepper”. Continue reading What did DeathStalker hide between two ferns?

PoetRAT Resurfaces in Attacks in Azerbaijan Amid Escalating Conflict

Spear-phishing attacks targeting VIPs and others show key malware changes and are likely linked to the current conflict with Armenia. Continue reading PoetRAT Resurfaces in Attacks in Azerbaijan Amid Escalating Conflict

Microsoft brings transcriptions to Word

Microsoft today launched Transcribe in Word, its new transcription service for Microsoft 365 subscribers, into general availability. It’s now available in the online version of Word, with other platforms launching later. In addition, Word is also getting new dictation features, which now allow you to use your voice to format and edit your text, for […] Continue reading Microsoft brings transcriptions to Word