Threat actors used the StaryDobry cyberattack campaign to distribute malware through popular games like BeamNG.drive, Garry’s Mod, and Dyson Sphere Program. These were distributed via torrent websites and contained software designed to bypass detection and install a cryptominer on victims’ systems, primarily targeting users in Russia, Brazil, Germany, Belarus, and Kazakhstan. The attackers exploited the surge in torrent activity during the holiday period in 2024.

SPAWNCHIMERA Malware Exploits Ivanti Buffer Overflow Vulnerability by Applying a Critical Fix
The SPAWNCHIMERA malware exploits a vulnerability in Ivanti Connect Secure, allowing it to evade detection and patch the vulnerability itself, preventing other exploit attempts. The