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Google Chrome Vulnerability Exploited by North Korean Hackers, Microsoft Warns

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Microsoft recently detected a North Korean cyber group, Citrine Sleet, exploiting a security vulnerability in Chromium-based browsers, including Google Chrome. This flaw allowed attackers to execute malicious code on compromised devices. Citrine Sleet used advanced tactics, such as fake cryptocurrency websites, to conduct their attacks. North Korean Cyber Group Citrine Sleet Exploits Chromium Zero-Day Vulnerability … Read more

Report Uncovers North Korean Hackers’ Crypto Job Board Infiltration

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North Korean hackers are infiltrating crypto job boards, posing as fake applicants to steal sensitive data, hack systems, and gather assets, according to a DL News investigation. More than 4,000 North Koreans have been directed to penetrate the tech industry, including crypto, by concealing their identities. This scheme reportedly generates up to $600 million annually … Read more

North Korean Hacker Group Targets South Korean Crypto Firms With New ‘Durian’ Malware

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The North Korean hacker organization Kimsuky has employed a new malware named “Durian” in targeted cyber attacks against at least two South Korean cryptocurrency companies, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. This malware variant, characterized by its multifunctional backdoor capabilities, was distributed through exploiting legitimate security software specific to South Korean crypto firms, … Read more