Recent reports indicate that North Korean threat actors, specifically linked to the Lazarus Group’s BlueNoroff, have been executing campaigns called GhostCall and GhostHire aimed at the Web3 and blockchain sectors. The SnatchCrypto operation, which these campaigns are a part of, has been ongoing since at least 2017. Kaspersky researchers have brought attention to these concerning activities that leverage the vulnerabilities in emerging technologies associated with decentralized finance and blockchain systems.
The GhostCall and GhostHire campaigns represent a strategic focus on financially motivated cybercrime targeting innovative sectors. Given the complexities of blockchain technology and the increasing reliance on digital assets, the implications of such cyber initiatives can significantly undermine confidence and security in these areas. Furthermore, they reflect a broader strategy from North Korea to exploit modern technological trends for financial gain, raising alarms across cybersecurity forums globally.
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