Laughing in the Face of Danger: How APT33’s FalseFont Malware is Having a Field Day with Global Defense Contractors

APT33, or Peach Sandstorm, is making waves with its FalseFont malware, transforming defense contractors into sitting ducks for Iranian APT33 FalseFont Attacks. With over 100,000 firms already in the crosshairs, it’s a cyber espionage fiesta, and everyone’s invited. Don’t worry, Microsoft’s got some granny advice…

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There's just something about defense contractors that scream 'hack me' to cyber-espionage groups. This time around, it's APT33, also known as Peach Sandstorm, HOLMIUM, or Refined Kitten (because why stick to one name when you can have four?), who've been whipping up a storm with their FalseFont backdoor malware. And guess who's on the receiving end of their 'kind' attention? Over 100,000 defense companies worldwide. If that doesn't give you the chills, I don't know what will.

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