DDoS attacks in Q1 2018
In Q1 2018, we observed a significant increase in both the total number and duration of DDoS attacks against Q4 2017. The new Linux-based botnets Darkai (a Mirai clone) and AESDDoS are largely responsible for this hike.
Kaspersky GReAT experts dive deep into the BlueNoroff APT’s GhostCall and GhostHire campaigns. Extensive research detailing multiple malware chains targeting macOS, including a stealer suite, fake Zoom and Microsoft Teams clients and ChatGPT-enhanced images.
Kaspersky researchers discovered previously unidentified commercial Dante spyware developed by Memento Labs (formerly Hacking Team) and linked it to the ForumTroll APT attacks.
Kaspersky GReAT experts describe the latest Mysterious Elephant APT activity. The threat actor exfiltrates data related to WhatsApp and employs tools such as BabShell and MemLoader HidenDesk.
According to Kaspersky, Librarian Ghouls APT continues its series of attacks on Russian entities. A detailed analysis of a malicious campaign utilizing RAR archives and BAT scripts.
