Yet another DCOM object for lateral movement
Kaspersky expert describes how DCOM interfaces can be abused to load malicious DLLs into memory using the Windows Registry and Control Panel.
Cloud Atlas activity in the first half of 2025: what changed
Kaspersky expert describes new malicious tools employed by the Cloud Atlas APT, including implants of their signature backdoors VBShower, VBCloud, PowerShower, and CloudAtlas.
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.
Assessing SIEM effectiveness
We share the results of assessing the effectiveness of Kaspersky SIEM in real-world infrastructures and explore common challenges and solutions to these.
Evasive Panda APT poisons DNS requests to deliver MgBot
Kaspersky GReAT experts analyze the Evasive Panda APT's infection chain, including shellcode encrypted with DPAPI and RC5, as well as the MgBot implant.
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.
The HoneyMyte APT evolves with a kernel-mode rootkit and a ToneShell backdoor
Kaspersky discloses a 2025 HoneyMyte (aka Mustang Panda or Bronze President) APT campaign, which uses a kernel-mode rootkit to deliver and protect a ToneShell backdoor.
"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
The Golden Scale: 'Tis the Season for Unwanted Gifts
Unit 42 shares further updates of cybercrime group Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters. Secure your organization this holiday season. The post The Golden Scale: 'Tis the Season for Unwanted Gifts appeared first on Unit 42.
The Browser Defense Playbook: Stopping the Attacks That Start on Your Screen
85% of daily work occurs in the browser. Unit 42 outlines key security controls and strategies to make sure yours is secure. The post The Browser Defense Playbook: Stopping the Attacks That Start on Your Screen appeared first on Unit 42.
New Prompt Injection Attack Vectors Through MCP Sampling
Model Context Protocol connects LLM apps to external data sources or tools. We examine its security implications through various attack vectors. The post New Prompt Injection Attack Vectors Through MCP Sampling appeared first on Unit 42.
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.