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Iranian Hackers Busted in Epic Fail: Caught on Camera During Cyber Heist
Iranian hackers linked to the regime have been caught targeting US State Department staff and defense officials. IBM’s X-Force security team obtained five hours of video footage showing how these hackers, part of a group called ITG18 or Charming Kitten, break into email accounts and…
Hot Take:
When Iranian hackers film their own cyber heists, it’s like a bizarre crossover between “Ocean’s Eleven” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos.” Someone get these guys a Netflix deal!
Key Points:
- IBM’s X-Force security team obtained five hours of video footage showing Iranian hackers in action.
- The hackers belong to the group ITG18, also known as APT35 or Charming Kitten, linked to Iran’s regime.
- Victims include US and Greek military personnel, US State Department staff, and an Iranian-American philanthropist.
- Hackers previously targeted Gilead Sciences Inc. with phishing attacks aimed at stealing login credentials.
- Security experts describe the discovery as an unprecedented win for cyber defenders.
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