North Korean threat actor Jumpy Pisces collaborated with the Play ransomware gang in a cyberattack, according to Palo Alto Networks Unit 42. Jumpy Pisces made initial access through a compromised account, utilising open-source and custom tools for lateral movement and persistence. The access was then used to conduct pre-ransomware activity and deploy the Play ransomware payload. Jumpy Pisces, linked to North Korea’s Reconnaissance General Bureau, is transitioning from cyberespionage to financially motivated attacks.
NHS suppliers required to meet robust measures under Cyber Bill
The UK government has released its Cyber Security and Resilience Bill plans, seeking to bolster public service cyber defences, especially for the NHS. The legislation,
