From cheats to exploits: Webrat spreading via GitHub
We dissect the new Webrat campaign where the Trojan spreads via GitHub repositories, masquerading as critical vulnerability exploits to target cybersecurity researchers.
Threat landscape for industrial automation systems in Q3 2025
The report contains statistics on various threats detected and blocked on ICS computers in Q3 2025, including miners, ransomware, spyware, etc.
"Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated November 26)
Self-replicating worm “Shai-Hulud” has compromised hundreds of software packages in a supply chain attack targeting the npm ecosystem. We discuss scope and more. The post "Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated November 26) appeared first on Un
01flip: Multi-Platform Ransomware Written in Rust
01flip is a new ransomware family fully written in Rust. Activity linked to 01flip points to alleged dark web data leaks. The post 01flip: Multi-Platform Ransomware Written in Rust appeared first on Unit 42.
Hamas-Affiliated Ashen Lepus Targets Middle Eastern Diplomatic Entities With New AshTag Malware Suite
Hamas-affiliated threat actor Ashen Lepus (aka WIRTE) is conducting espionage with its new AshTag malware suite against Middle Eastern government entities. The post Hamas-Affiliated Ashen Lepus Targets Middle Eastern Diplomatic Entities With New AshTag Malware Suite appeared fir
From Linear to Complex: An Upgrade in RansomHouse Encryption
Operators behind RansomHouse, a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group, have upgraded their encryption methods from single-phase to complex and layered. The post From Linear to Complex: An Upgrade in RansomHouse Encryption appeared first on Unit 42.
VVS Discord Stealer Using Pyarmor for Obfuscation and Detection Evasion
VVS stealer (or VVS $tealer) is a Python-based infostealer targeting Discord users. It employs Pyarmor for obfuscation, contributing to its efficacy. The post VVS Discord Stealer Using Pyarmor for Obfuscation and Detection Evasion appeared first on Unit 42.