The J-magic malware campaign stealthily targeted Juniper enterprise-grade routers, turning them into points of entry to corporate networks. Operating from mid-2023 to mid-2024, targets included semiconductor, energy, manufacturing, and IT sectors. The malware renamed itself to blend in, then awaited a “magic packet” from the cyber attacker to open a backdoor. Lumen’s Black Lotus Labs detected the increasing trend of “magic packet” malware, highlighting difficulty in detection and increasing awareness of this technique.
Federal firings and office closures create concerns for miners
Sweeping layoffs and federal office closures in the US are raising concerns about miner safety and health. Notably, 873 staff cuts are expected from the
