Relevant topics include Third Party Risk Management, Cryptocurrency Fraud, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. Developer Compromised by Phishing Attack Involving a Malicious Email Authored by Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya), David Perera (@daveperera) • September 9, 2025 Image: Shutterstock An attacker compromised 18 widely-used npm packages by embedding cryptocurrency theft malware after…
Microsoft recently acknowledged an individual operating under the EncryptHub alias for uncovering and reporting two significant security vulnerabilities in Windows. This acknowledgment depicts a complex profile of a person straddling a legitimate cybersecurity career while engaging in cybercriminal activities. According to a detailed analysis by Outpost24 KrakenLabs, the individual behind…
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Automated Sextortion Malware Discovered: A Growing Cybersecurity Threat Recent findings by security researchers at Proofpoint have brought to light a troubling evolution in cybersecurity threats. A new variant of infostealer malware, named Stealerium, has emerged, intricately blending data theft with automated sextortion techniques. This malware is designed to hijack a…
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Cybersecurity Update: Rising Threats and Emerging Vulnerabilities In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, unpatched systems, weak passwords, and neglected plugins serve as gateways for attackers. As supply chains intertwine deeply with the software we depend on, malware is increasingly hidden within seemingly benign avenues, including job offers and cloud services.…
Cyber Threat Alert: Kimsuky Group Targets Gmail Inboxes Using Rogue Browser Extensions Recent advisories from government agencies in Germany and South Korea have highlighted a concerning wave of cyberattacks attributed to a North Korean threat actor known as Kimsuky. This group has been leveraging malicious browser extensions to infiltrate users’…
Recent findings indicate a concerning shift in the ransomware landscape, signaling potential dangers for businesses. While the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ransomware development has not yet become widespread, instances of this trend serve as a stark reminder of evolving cyber threats. Allan Liska, a ransomware analyst at Recorded…
April 19, 2023
Linux / Malware
The Pakistan-based advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Transparent Tribe has exploited a two-factor authentication (2FA) tool utilized by Indian government agencies to introduce a new Linux backdoor dubbed Poseidon. According to Uptycs security researcher Tejaswini Sandapolla, “Poseidon serves as a second-stage malware payload linked to Transparent Tribe. It functions as a versatile backdoor, enabling attackers to perform a variety of malicious actions such as logging keystrokes, capturing screenshots, and managing system files remotely.” Transparent Tribe, also identified as APT36, Operation C-Major, PROJECTM, and Mythic Leopard, has a history of targeting Indian governmental bodies, military personnel, defense contractors, and educational institutions. This group frequently utilizes trojanized versions of legitimate software to carry out its attacks.
Pakistani Hackers Employ Linux Malware “Poseidon” to Compromise Indian Government Networks On April 19, 2023, cybersecurity researchers reported that a prominent threat actor from Pakistan, known as Transparent Tribe, has utilized a fraudulent two-factor authentication (2FA) tool to deploy a sophisticated Linux backdoor named Poseidon. This malware is specifically designed…
April 19, 2023
Linux / Malware
The Pakistan-based advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Transparent Tribe has exploited a two-factor authentication (2FA) tool utilized by Indian government agencies to introduce a new Linux backdoor dubbed Poseidon. According to Uptycs security researcher Tejaswini Sandapolla, “Poseidon serves as a second-stage malware payload linked to Transparent Tribe. It functions as a versatile backdoor, enabling attackers to perform a variety of malicious actions such as logging keystrokes, capturing screenshots, and managing system files remotely.” Transparent Tribe, also identified as APT36, Operation C-Major, PROJECTM, and Mythic Leopard, has a history of targeting Indian governmental bodies, military personnel, defense contractors, and educational institutions. This group frequently utilizes trojanized versions of legitimate software to carry out its attacks.
