In November 2024, a suspected South Asian cyber espionage group known as TA397 or Bitter targeted a Turkish defense sector organization. The group used advanced tactics to deliver two malware types, WmRAT and MiyaRAT, through a phishing email. Proofpoint researchers believe the hackers are supporting a South Asian government’s interests.
Almost half of US organizations still using Kaspersky, researchers claim
A ban was implemented against Kaspersky due to concerns about its alleged ties to the Russian government. The cybersecurity company faced accusations that its software