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.
Federal authorities probing ongoing cyber incident at city of Abilene – Abilene Reporter-News
Federal authorities are investigating a cyber incident affecting the city of Abilene. The nature and extent of the breach are not yet disclosed, but local
