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Threat Actor Abuses Video Game, Genshin Impact Anti-Cheat Driver
Trend Micro identifies ransomware actors abusing Genshin Impact's anti-cheat driver, mhyprot2.sys, to gain kernel-level privileges and terminate endpoint protection services. The exploitation, observed in July 2022, led to the deployment of ransomware after lateral movement and execution of malicious scripts.
Infectious Spearphishing Emails Linked with Kimsuky's GoldDragon Cluster
Kaspersky identifies Kimsuky's GoldDragon cluster using spearphishing emails targeting politicians. The emails contain malicious Word documents that execute VBS scripts to gather host information and download additional malware. GoldDragon uses complex multi-stage C2 servers to aid their campaigns.
Analyzing Black Basta Ransomware TTPs
Unit42's research on Black Basta ransomware reveals its rapid impact, compromising over 75 entities since early 2022. The group uses Qakbot/Qbot for initial access, followed by Cobalt Strike deployment. Industries affected include agriculture, energy, and government across the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Blackbyte Returns with Updates
Blackbyte ransomware re-emerges with version 2.0 and a new data leak site. The site offers extortion options such as extending data publishing, downloading, or destroying data. However, KELA researchers found issues with the site's Bitcoin and Monero wallet addresses.
RedAlpha's Espionage Activity
Recorded Future exposes RedAlpha's cyber-espionage activities targeting civil, government, and humanitarian sectors. The Chinese-aligned group uses spoofed domains to steal credentials and gain access to email accounts. Their campaigns focus on organizations in Taiwan and vulnerable communities.
APT29's TTPs Against Microsoft 365
Mandiant's research exposes APT29's advanced tactics targeting Microsoft 365, including disabling Purview Audit and exploiting MFA enrollment. The Russian espionage group focuses on organizations influencing NATO policies, using techniques to evade detection and access accounts.
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