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Upstream Supply Chain Issues Caused 3XC Software Compromise
The 3CX desktop application compromise, affecting over 600,000 companies, was linked to a malicious installer from Trading Technologies. Investigations by Mandiant reveal North Korean actors, potentially from the Lazarus group, as the main suspects. The attack, involving malware backdoors and sophisticated lateral movements, highlights significant supply chain vulnerabilities impacting financial services and telecommunications sectors.
Daggerfly APT Sets Its Sights on African Telecoms Corporation
The Daggerfly advanced persistent threat group, (aka Evasive Panda or Bronze Highland) was observed to have a telecommunications organization in Africa as part of its latest campaign.
Legion: Malware Circulates with Capabilities for Credential Theft and Email Compromise
Legion, a Python-based malware, is circulating on Telegram with capabilities for credential theft, remote code execution, and email hijacking. It targets AWS services and web servers, especially those running CMS and PHP frameworks. The malware's extensive features and widespread guides pose a significant threat to organizations and individuals relying on AWS and web-based systems.
Heightened Threat from Iranian State-Sponsored Hackers
A subgroup of the Iranian state-sponsored Magic Hound, tracked by Microsoft, is escalating data theft campaigns against high-value targets. These hackers rapidly weaponize new vulnerabilities and conduct sophisticated attacks using PowerShell scripts, Impacket, and custom implants. Their activities align with Iran's national priorities, targeting sectors like defense, energy, and government.
Critical Infrastructure in Israel Under Siege from Cyberattacks
Israel is experiencing a surge in cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, including water systems, airlines, and transportation. On April 9, 2023, cyberattacks caused malfunctions in water monitors and disrupted irrigation systems. Pro-Palestinian hacktivist group GhostSec is suspected, but involvement remains unconfirmed. Authorities are working to restore affected systems amid ongoing threats.
FTC: Warns of Family Scams Enabled by AI-Enhancements
The FTC warns consumers about AI-enhanced family scams using voice cloning to mimic distressed family members in emergency situations. Victims are deceived into giving up money based on the convincing AI-generated voices. The FTC advises verifying the story by contacting the family member directly or corroborating with others.
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