First discovered in 2022, XWorm malware is a remote access trojan (RAT) capable of evading detection and collecting sensitive information, including financial details, browsing history, saved passwords, and cryptocurrency wallet data. XWorm tracks keystrokes, captures webcam...
Last week, the NJCCIC reported increased phishing attempts targeting NJ state employees by impersonating the IRS. Proofpoint analysts noted a rise in tax-themed phishing campaigns, particularly as tax deadlines approach in the US and the UK.
The North Korean (DPRK)-linked Lazarus Group recently shifted its focus to the nuclear industry, indicating a concerning shift from its previous tactics of primarily targeting defense, aerospace, and cryptocurrency, among others. The Lazarus Group has historically...
Python Package Index (PyPI) has recently observed several malicious packages hidden in its repository. PyPI hosts almost 600,000 projects written in the Python programming language. The original aiocpa package, self-described as a “synchronous & asynchronous Crypto Pay API Client”...
Threat actors actively seek methods to conceal their identities in information-stealing campaigns, aiming to lure individuals into downloading malicious software or revealing sensitive information. One recent campaign infects Windows devices with Lumma Stealer...
The NJCCIC email security system has uncovered a new campaign spreading XLoader and GuLoader malware. XLoader is a successor to Formbook infostealing malware and is categorized as malware-as-a-service (MaaS). XLoader has several capabilities...
The NJCCIC detected a campaign linked to TA544, also referred to as Bamboo Spider and Zeus Panda, which has reemerged after a period of inactivity since their last campaign. Similar to open-source reporting, this new campaign attempts to distribute the WarmCookie backdoor.
A sophisticated malware loader known as Bumblebee has resurfaced after a law enforcement operation in May 2024 significantly disrupted its infrastructure. This operation, dubbed Operation Endgame, also targeted other malware families, including IcedID, Pikabot, Smokeloader...
The threat actors, associated with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), pose as prospective employers and target individuals seeking employment within the Information Technology sector through popular job search platforms such as LinkedIn and X.
The NJCCIC’s email security solution observed a recent surge in campaigns disseminating 404 Keylogger infostealing malware. Also known as SnakeKeylogger, is both a downloader and an information-stealing malware. This malware-as-a-service can steal credentials, etc.
