New Malware Campaign Uses PureCrypter Loader to Deliver DarkVision RAT
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new malware campaign that leverages a malware loader named PureCrypter to deliver a commodity remote access trojan (RAT) called DarkVision RAT.
The activity, observed by Zscaler ThreatLabz in July 2024, involves a multi-stage process to deliver the RAT payload.
"DarkVision RAT communicates with its command-and-control (C2) server using a custom network
New Linux Variant of FASTCash Malware Targets Payment Switches in ATM Heists
North Korean threat actors have been observed using a Linux variant of a known malware family called FASTCash to steal funds as part of a financially-motivated campaign.
The malware is "installed on payment switches within compromised networks that handle card transactions for the means of facilitating the unauthorized withdrawal of cash from ATMs," a security researcher who goes by HaxRob said.
Pokémon video game developer confirms its systems were breached by hackers
Japanese video game developer Game Freak confirmed last week that it suffered a cyberattack earlier this year, resulting in a data leak.
Recently-patched Firefox bug exploited against Tor browser users
The Tor anonymity network issued an emergency patch last week to address a recently-discovered security flaw that was being exploited against its users.
MoneyGram says customer information stolen during September attack
MoneyGram confirmed on Monday night that customer information was stolen during a cyberattack last month that caused international outrage after customers could not send funds.
ADT says hacker stole encrypted internal employee data after compromising business partner
Home security giant ADT said in a regulatory filing on Monday that a hacker compromised the systems of a third-party business partner and used it to steal encrypted internal employee data.
Southeast Asian cyber-fraud industry ‘outpacing’ law enforcement with new tools: UN
Transnational criminal groups in Southeast Asia are incorporating new tools like artificial intelligence and deepfake technology to expand their cyber fraud capabilities, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime said Monday.
Construction companies potentially vulnerable through accounting software, report says
Unidentified hackers have targeted companies in the construction industry through accounting software known as Foundation, researchers said Tuesday.
Multiple attacks forces CISA to order agencies to upgrade or remove end-of-life Ivanti appliance
The nation’s top cyber watchdogs urged federal agencies to either remove or upgrade an Ivanti appliance that is no longer being updated and has been exploited in attacks.
Kawasaki’s European arm restores operation after cyberattack claimed by Ransomhub
Japanese motor vehicle giant Kawasaki said its European offices are in the process of recovering from a cyberattack that has caused a range of issues over the last week.