Hackers used an antivirus service, eScan, to spread malware for five years by exploiting its HTTP update protocol. Unknown attackers linked to North Korea replaced a genuine update with malware that infected users with advanced backdoor software. The attackers used various coding techniques to avoid detection. Researchers from Avast discovered the breach and eScan confirmed it had been fixed. The GuptiMiner malware has been active since 2018 and may be connected to the North Korean group Kimsuky.
'Cyber incident' impacting DuPage County Sheriff's Office, DuPage County Courthouse: officials – ABC7 Chicago
A cyber incident has affected the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and the DuPage County Courthouse, according to officials. The incident is currently under investigation, impacting
