GitHub Gone Rogue: Malware Distribution Network Exposed by Researchers

Cybercriminals have spun a web of deceit with the Stargazers Ghost Network, using GitHub accounts to spread infostealers like RedLine and Lumma. With 3,000 accounts playing distinct roles, this malware distribution-as-a-service operation is resilient to takedowns and has tricked thousands of developers into downloading malicious…

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Published: July 25, 2024 2:13 pmAdded: July 25, 2024 at 7:21 amAssembled by: The Editor

Hot Take:

Looks like even malware has a LinkedIn profile now! The Stargazers Ghost Network proves that hackers are just as organized as your average startup. Who knew that phishing and malware distribution could be so… professional? Move over, Silicon Valley; there’s a new “tech innovator” in town!

Key Points:

  • Hackers created 3,000 GitHub accounts to distribute malware.
  • The accounts have distinct roles, enhancing resilience to takedowns.
  • The project is dubbed Stargazers Ghost Network, led by Stargazer Goblin.
  • Malware distributed includes infostealers like RedLine and Lumma.
  • GitHub’s trusted reputation has been exploited for this campaign.

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