The Lazarus group, linked to North Korea, has fragmented into specialized subgroups, complicating attribution efforts. These subunits, like Diamond Sleet and Citrine Sleet, share tactics but have distinct objectives, primarily targeting cryptocurrency and corporate sectors. The increasing complexity necessitates improved tracking methodologies, precise profiling, and continuous innovation in cybersecurity strategies to address evolving threats.
Hackers are selling counterfeit phones with crypto-stealing malware
Kaspersky has identified thousands of low-cost Android smartphones sold online that come with preinstalled malware programmed to steal cryptocurrency details. The devices are infected with
