US EditionBitMEX Uncovers Holes in Lazarus Group's Operational Security
- BitMEX identified and halted a phishing campaign orchestrated by the Lazarus Group that targeted its users through a fraudulent Web3 collaboration link.
- The attack exploited repeated infrastructure and sloppy operational security that BitMEX traced and analyzed through internal investigation.
- BitMEX’s security team reverse-engineered the malware, identified multiple attacker accounts, and noted the attackers’ uneven skill levels across subgroups.
- An employee was targeted on LinkedIn by a fake recruiter promoting an NFT project, but the malicious code was detected before harm occurred.
- This incident highlights ongoing cyber threats from state-backed groups and pushes crypto platforms to improve mutual vigilance and tighten security.
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BitMEX uncovers holes in Lazarus Group’s operational security
Source: Coin Tegraph The BitMEX crypto exchange’s security team discovered gaps in the operational security of the Lazarus Group, a North Korean (DPRK) government-sponsored cybercrime network, following a counter-operations probe into the organization, which exposed IP addresses, a database, and tracking algorithms used by the malicious group. Security researchers for the exchange say there is a strong likelihood that at least one hacker acciden…
BitMEX discovers cybersecurity lapses in North Korea hacker group – #CryptoUpdatesGNIT
The BitMEX crypto exchange’s security team discovered gaps in the operational security of the Lazarus Group, a North Korean (DPRK) government-sponsored cybercrime network, following a counter-operations probe into the organization, which exposed IP addresses, a database, and tracking algorithms used by the malicious group. Security researchers for the exchange say there is a strong likelihood that at least one hacker accidentally revealed his tr…
BitMEX discovers cybersecurity lapses in North Korea hacker group - Invest In Crypto News
The BitMEX crypto exchange’s security team discovered gaps in the operational security of the Lazarus Group, a North Korean (DPRK) government-sponsored cybercrime network, following a counter-operations probe into the organization, which exposed IP addresses, a database, and tracking algorithms used by the malicious group. Security researchers for the exchange say there is a strong likelihood that at least one hacker accidentally revealed his tr…
BitMEX Exposes Key Flaws in Lazarus Group's Security Protocols
In the constantly evolving world of cryptocurrency, security breaches remain a significant threat. Recent findings by BitMEX, a prominent crypto exchange, have shone a light on new vulnerabilities linked to the infamous Lazarus Group, a cybercrime syndicate with alleged ties to North Korea known for its sophisticated hacking operations. This discovery underscores the persistent vulnerabilities within blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies, r…
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