Researchers at Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 discovered an advanced Linux malware called Auto-color, which targets governmental and educational entities in North America and Asia. Its unique evasion techniques include hiding network activity and using innocent file names. The malware significantly controls systems’ behavior and its advanced evasion techniques signify a threat to targeted sectors. Effective security actions involve privilege controls, behavioral threat detection, and continuous monitoring of Linux systems.

Operation SalmonSlalom: Kaspersky discovered a new attack targeting industrial organizations in APAC – ETCIO
Cybersecurity firm, Kaspersky has discovered a new cyber attack, dubbed ‘Operation SalmonSlalom’, targeting industrial organizations in the Asia-Pacific region.