Information Security

Smoke Loader malware, known for its stealth and data-thieving capabilities, is mounting a surge of cyberattacks against Ukrainian institutions. Initially surfacing in the underworld of cybercrime in 2011, this backdoor trojan, also identified as Dofoil or Sharik, has shown a worrisome increase in activity across Ukraine. Palo Alto Networks has shed light on its evolution, noting its nefarious flexibility in

Cybersecurity is an ever-changing battlefield, and Operation Phantom Blu marks a significant development in the tactics used by cybercriminals. This sophisticated campaign is infiltrating U.S. entities using an inventive method that leverages Microsoft Office document templates. The approach introduces the NetSupport RAT into systems, bypassing traditional phishing and executable methods. This novel strategy eludes many existing security measures, signaling a

The digital landscape has been jolted once more by the stubborn resurgence of LockBit ransomware. This return to prominence demonstrates the resilience and evolving tactics of cybercriminal networks. Companies rush to bolster their cyber defences in response to LockBit’s tenacious renewal, revealing the daunting challenge of stifling such determined adversaries. Questions loom: Can the reborn vigor of LockBit ransomware be

Trend Micro recently uncovered an elaborate cyber espionage campaign named Earth Baku, underscoring the intricate threats in digital security worldwide. This revelation exposed the shadowy activities of the Chinese cybersecurity entity I-Soon, alongside its associated hacking collective, Earth Lusca. The extent of the campaign is vast, with over a hundred organizations in 35 different countries being targeted, reflecting the campaign’s