The Acronis Threat Research Unit has identified an extensive cyber campaign run by the SideWinder advanced persistent threat group, targeting high-value institutions in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan till 2025. Using spear-phishing emails, the attackers exploit unpatched Microsoft Office vulnerabilities to deploy malware that steals credentials. SideWinder applies geofenced payload distribution, delivering the next stage of infection based on the victim’s IP and user-agent headers, minimizing detection and thwarting non-targeted users.
Fresh Initiative Aimed at Security Researchers
Hey there, Bay Area peeps with an interest in healthcare and cybersecurity! Let’s chew the fat on a rather fascinating (and low-key frightening) trend we’ve
