In the latest episode of CyberHub Podcast, host James Azar delves into a range of pressing cybersecurity and geopolitical issues. The episode kicks off with a discussion about a new cyber campaign targeting Docker services, which deploys an XMRig miner to monetize compromised hosts. The campaign, uncovered by Cato Security, uses the 9HITS traffic exchange system to generate credits illegally.
Azar also addresses a significant ransomware attack on one of Taiwan's leading semiconductor manufacturers, Fox Semicon, a subsidiary of Foxconn. The LockBit ransomware gang claimed responsibility, asserting they accessed five terabytes of company data. Despite the severity, the company's operations were reportedly not significantly affected.
The podcast further covers a range of geopolitical events, including Iran's attacks in Syria, Iraq, and against U.S. and Israeli bases, leading to strained relations with Pakistan. Additionally, Azar discusses Microsoft's findings on the MintStandStorm cyber campaign, which targeted individuals working on Middle Eastern affairs, using sophisticated phishing lures and custom backdoors.
In India, the Indian Air Force was potentially targeted by a malware campaign aiming to steal information about their new Su-30 fighter jets. The episode also highlights the "Inferno Drainer" phishing campaign, which siphoned over $80 million in cryptocurrency, and warns against the national security threat posed by Chinese drones in U.S. critical infrastructure sectors.
The episode concludes with a reminder to stay vigilant in cybersecurity practices and announces the next live broadcast for further updates.
Show Notes and Story Links:
https://therecord.media/foxsemicon-ransomware-attack-taiwan
https://therecord.media/indian-air-force-infostealing-malware
https://www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/80m-crypto-disappears-drainer-malware-hell
https://therecord.media/fbi-cisa-warn-of-drone-threat-china
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