Chinese hackers are increasingly deploying ransomware, researchers say
Elite state-backed hackers are embracing the use of ransomware to obfuscate their operations.
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Chinese cyber espionage campaign targets ‘dozens’ of Western governments, Dutch officials say
The ongoing operation claims international organizations and the defense industry as its victims, per authorities.
US and UK accuse China of cyber operations targeting domestic politics
Officials in Washington and London say hackers backed by the Chinese state sought to silence dissidents and surveil politicians.
Pro-Palestinian hacking group evolves tactics amid war
A long-running espionage campaign shows signs of iteration and development amid Gaza fighting, researchers say.
Microsoft: Iranian espionage campaign targeted satellite and defense sectors
Tehran's latest hacking activity involves easy-to-detect techniques to gain access and then pivoting to stealthier methods.
Hackers with links to Pro-Russian groups compromised foreign embassies in Belarus, researchers say
The work has been carried out by a newly identified group dubbed "MustachedBouncer," according to researchers with ESET.
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Dark Pink, a newly discovered hacking campaign, threatens Southeast Asian military, government organizations
The unattributed activity employs a sophisticated approach to steal data and monitor targets, researchers say.
Ex-NSA employee charged with violating Espionage Act, selling U.S. cyber secrets
The former employee allegedly told an undercover FBI agent he was willing to sell classified documents for a $85,000 due to significant debt.
New cyberespionage group surfaces following attacks on mostly Asian targets
Active since 2020, the cyberespionage group has targeted a range or mostly Asian public and private entities.