The Budworm hacking group, linked to the Chinese government, has reportedly used the Log4j vulnerability to attack a US state legislature, a multinational electronics firm, and a Southeast Asian hospital. The group exploited Log4j vulnerabilities to attack servers using HyperBro and PlugX/Korplug Trojan malware, both associated with Chinese hackers. Security firm Symantec reported this is the second recent case of Budworm targeting US-based entities, indicating a possible shift in focus for the group.

UK’s Legal Aid Agency Experiences Cyberattack
A UK Ministry of Justice executive agency was targeted in a cyberattack, compromising its systems. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in cybersecurity, prompting a review of