SecureList

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Last year, we foresaw the APT and cybercrime worlds becoming more porous on an operational level. This year, the use of surveillance software developed by private vendors has come under the spotlight, as discussed above. Let’s start by looking at the predictions we made for 2021. And now, we turn our attention to the future.

Mobile 139

Mobile Surveillance Ransomware Government 139

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Cybercrime will go to the next level: Cyberattackers will implement improved skills, “shift left” attacks, and shifting strategies to adjust to evolving cyberdefense. AI-Powered Cybercrime Despite the advancements in using AI to improve security, cybercriminals also have access to AI and LLMs.

Cybersecurity 140

Cybersecurity CISO Government Technology 140

SecureList

APRIL 27, 2022

While we were unable to obtain the same results by analyzing the CERT-UA samples, we subsequently identified a different WhiteBlackCrypt sample matching the WhisperKill architecture and sharing similar code. On February 23, ESET published a tweet announcing new wiper malware targeting Ukraine. Final thoughts.

Malware 137

Malware Firmware Government Phishing 137

SecureList

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This strategic shift signals its intent to intensify its surveillance capabilities and expand its range of targets. In its most recent wave of attacks, BlindEagle has once again adapted, embracing yet another open-source RAT, Agent Tesla.

Government 118

Government Malware VPN Manufacturing 118

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A creative avenue for threat actors is to expand their surveillance efforts to include devices such as smart home cameras, connected car systems and beyond. They advertise on dark web platforms and employ various techniques, including malware, phishing, and other social engineering methods.

Hacking 119

Hacking Energy and Utilities Media Malware 119