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LilacSquid: The Cybercrime Group Giving North Korea a Run for Its Money
Meet LilacSquid, the latest cyber-baddie group causing a splash. Operating under the radar for three years, their hacks span the globe. Cisco Talos researchers reveal this espionage-focused gang uses sneaky tactics and custom malware like PurpleInk to pilfer sensitive data. LilacSquid might not be North…
Hot Take:
Watch out, folks! The cybercriminal world just got a new player, and they’re taking a cue from North Korea’s playbook. LilacSquid is the latest group to crash the party, and they’re here to steal your data, your peace of mind, and maybe even your lunch money. Get ready to batten down the hatches because this isn’t your grandma’s malware!
Key Points:
- New cybercrime group LilacSquid revealed by Cisco Talos
- Group has been active for at least three years, targeting organizations in the US, Europe, and Asia
- Uses a mix of open-source tools and custom malware, including a variant of QuasarRAT called PurpleInk
- Similarities to North Korean state-sponsored groups, but no firm attribution
- Capable of long-term undetected espionage and data theft
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