Tag: North Korea
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A major case of remote-work abuse emerged after investigators uncovered a wide-scale North Korea IT infiltration campaign targeting US companies. The scheme relied on stolen identities, hosted devices and covert remote access. It revealed how modern hiring systems, when poorly verified, create entry points for foreign operatives. How the infiltration worked Five individuals in the…
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The North Korean crypto hackers have generated almost $3 billion through cyberattacks, contributing about one-third of North Korea’s total foreign currency income, according to new findings by international monitors. Massive Crypto Theft Fuels State Revenues The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT) reported that from January 2024 to September 2025, North Korea-linked groups stole $2.84 billion…
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Google has revealed a sophisticated campaign linked to North Korea that used blockchain technology to hide malicious code and steal cryptocurrency. The attack shows how state-backed hackers are evolving their methods to bypass traditional security systems. The North Korean crypto theft operation, uncovered by Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, targeted cryptocurrency users and developers. Hackers deployed…
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The North Korean crypto hackers have already stolen over $2 billion in digital assets this year, setting a new record. Their increasingly advanced methods now focus on individuals instead of exchanges, reflecting a major strategic shift in cybercrime. Shift from Exchanges to Individuals In previous years, North Korean groups mainly targeted cryptocurrency exchanges. However, 2025…
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North Korea AI military plans show a dramatic shift in 2025. Kim Jong Un ordered the army, navy, and air force to adopt artificial intelligence systems for combat and command. Kim emphasized that modern conflicts demand more than conventional weapons. He wants AI to act as a force multiplier. His directives cover drones, command platforms,…
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The rise of North Korea fake recruiters highlights how far cybercriminals will go to reach their targets. Between March and June 2025, attackers posing as recruiters or job applicants lured professionals into executing malicious code. The scheme relied on fake “skills tests,” with victims copying and pasting dangerous scripts into their own systems. Slack, along…