CYFIRMA Research

The CYFIRMA team has uncovered "Kematian-Stealer," a sophisticated info stealer targeting Windows systems, hosted on GitHub. This open-source malware is designed to stealthily extract data from a wide range of sources, including browsers, cryptocurrency wallets, messaging apps, gaming platforms, VPNs, and email clients.   Kematian-Stealer employs advanced techniques such as covert data e...

This year’s Olympic games come at a heightened moment for  international conflic t &  terrorism . The potential for a  jihadi group or individuals inspired by one to take the world’s attention with a potential  attack or for  Russia to try to embarrass  France with acts of  sabotage are very high. Link to the Research Report: Paris Olympics - CYFIRMA   #Geopolitics #Cyfirmaresearch #ThreatInte...

Cyfirma research team has examined a variant of Lumma Stealer malware, and this report provides a comprehensive analysis of this advanced information-stealing malware, explores the tactics employed by threat actor to evade detection on the system and over the network, as well as their techniques for concealing malicious code and activities. Lumma Stealer targets sensitive data by employing sophist...

CYFIRMA's latest investigation reveals how terrorist groups in Kashmir are still exploiting digital platforms to spread propaganda and influence people. Their psychological operations (Psy Ops) aim to manipulate public perception, spread fear, and destabilize the region. Despite a reduction in physical presence, groups like TRF and Kashmir Tigers are ramping up their digital efforts post Arti...

Stay informed about the latest trends in the ransomware landscape with CYFIRMA's May 2024 Ransomware report. This edition highlights significant increases in ransomware activity, with LockBit3 surging tremendously and Play rising by 10.34%. Incransom's activity doubled, while RansomHub and Medusa also showed notable activity.   Manufacturing, real estate, banking, and healthcare sectors...

CYFIRMA research team has examined a variant of Vidar Stealer malware, and this in-depth examination explores the tactics employed by threat actor to evade detection on the system and over the network, as well as their techniques for concealing malicious code and activities. Additionally, it describes the use of social media platforms to procure command and control details for data exfiltration an...

Urgent Alert: Hackers are actively exploiting CVE-2024-3273, a critical vulnerability in D-Link NAS devices, with affected device IP addresses being shared on underground forums. With over 90,000 potentially impacted devices globally and inclusion in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list, immediate action is crucial to secure data and prevent unauthorized access. Users worldwide, especi...

The notorious Nikki Stealer group has transitioned into the Iluria Stealer group, maintaining a strong presence with a predominantly Portuguese-speaking user base. Both their websites are hosted by Hostinger, and the current owner, as per his Discord bio, claims to be the former CEO of Nikki Stealer. Dynamic analysis reveals that Iluria Stealer has capabilities to steal browser passwords, autofill...

 Meet Synapse ransomware, the newest digital threat on the block. This latest threat, emerging in February 2024, operates under a Ransomware-as-a-Service model, distributing its malicious payload via the dark web. Our research sheds light on the internal working of this malware. Discover how it selectively avoids encrypting Iranian systems, raising questions about potential connections to certain...

Critical Alert:  Organizations relying on Tinyproxy must act now! CVE-2023-49606 poses a grave risk of remote code execution. With 1.6M+ servers potentially affected globally; swift action is imperative. Attackers exploit HTTP requests to trigger memory corruption, risking unauthorized access or service disruptions. Update Tinyproxy, monitor for anomalies, and implement access controls immediately...

Our latest report dives into the information stealer SamsStealer, a newly identified information stealer targeting Windows systems. This stealer is written in .NET, is designed to extract sensitive data stealthily from a variety of browsers and applications, including Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Discord, and cryptocurrency wallets. Once it has gathered the data, SamsStealer compresses it into a ZIP fi...

India's Loksabha Elections 2024 hold immense significance, not only for the nation but also for the global democratic landscape. The scale and complexity of the electoral process make it susceptible to cyberattacks, especially with the proliferation of generative AI and deepfake technologies. Link to the Research Report: The Indian Election : The Grandest Spectacle of Democracy under AI Threa...

Stay informed about the latest developments in cybersecurity with CYFIRMA's April 2024 Ransomware Report. This edition highlights a shift in the ransomware landscape, with Hunter group now dominating while LockBit's influence declined. The manufacturing sector emerges as a prime target globally, with the USA, Canada, the UK, Germany, and Brazil experiencing significant impacts. The repor...

CYFIRMA’s Research team embarked on a mission to uncover a targeted attack on Indian defense personnel via WhatsApp Messenger. Suspected to originate from Pakistan, the threat actor deployed malicious Android apps disguised as "MNS NH Contact" and "Posted out off," aiming to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. Our Investigation revealed the use of sophisticated s...

Palo Alto Networks has uncovered CVE-2024-3400, a critical vulnerability exploited by threat actor 'UTA0218' in a sophisticated two-stage attack. This flaw allows unauthorized command execution on vulnerable PAN-OS devices via a backdoor mechanism. Adding to the urgency, CISA has promptly listed CVE-2024-3400 in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalogue. The risk of data breaches is...

At CYFIRMA, we provide timely insights into prevalent threats and malicious tactics affecting organizations and individuals. Our research team have identified an open directory listing URLs containing highly obfuscated malicious Windows batch scripts in the wild, which executes a stealthy Monero (XMR) crypto miner as the final payload. This payload is unfolded after 5 stages of unpacking, with cap...

Cyfirma research team discovered a new information stealer named Fletchen Stealer. It is a sophisticated information-stealing malware, offered by its creator as stealer-as-a-service for free that poses a significant threat to cybersecurity. A potent malware written in Rust which boasts advanced anti-analysis capabilities exhibits a high degree of resilience against detection and analysis. Its prim...

Our Q1 2024 APT Quarterly Highlights Report unveils a surge of dynamic and innovative cyber activities from APT groups from Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea, challenging the global cybersecurity landscape.  Detailed analysis reveals escalating cyber threats, with Iranian groups like Homeland Justice and Mint Sandstorm targeting governmental and academic institutions, Russian actors such as APT...

A shadow war between Israel and Iran is escalating, but despite unprecedented attacks, both sides are so far trying to keep the conflict below the level of an all-out-war. Israel has vowed to respond to Iran's unprecedented attack; however, the war cabinet seems to be divided over the issue of retaliation. Political considerations are increasingly opening the possibility of a large-scale cybe...

A critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-21894, has been discovered in Ivanti's Connect Secure and Policy Secure gateways, posing a severe global threat to digital security. CYFIRMA’s research team have conducted a thorough analysis of this vulnerability. Immediate action is strongly advised: apply the latest patches provided by Ivanti to secure your systems. Additionally, enhance access controls,...

The most important evolving threat to the electric grids is cyber threats and physical security. The power grid in the US and more so in Europe is experiencing a transformation, as the world shifts to sustainable energy, which entails increased reliance on offshore wind farms and undersea infrastructure that are going to supply large chunks of the sustainable power needed by the modern power-hungr...

Stay ahead of cybersecurity trends with CYFIRMA's March 2024 Ransomware Report. Lockbit, despite a decline in infections, continues to dominate. The manufacturing sector is a primary target across the globe. Notably, the USA remains a primary victim, trailed by Canada, the UK, Germany, and Spain. Witness the evolution of ransomware tactics as groups like RA World expand their global reach, wh...

Cyfirma’s latest research uncovers a sophisticated cyber threat targeting individuals in South Asia. Our research team identified a malicious campaign involving a deceptive SFX archive executable. These files, embedded in the malicious binary and decoy PDF, are part of a multifaceted attack aimed at infiltrating systems and executing malicious actions. Further analysis hints at collaboration with...

Our latest report sheds light on CVE-2024-27198, a severe vulnerability that has been exploited for unauthorized admin access and privilege escalation in JetBrains TeamCity, marked by CISA on March 7, 2024, as a significant threat. This breach has led to Jasmin ransomware attacks and unauthorized user setups, linked to the BianLian and Jasmin families. The Shadowserver Foundation's dashboard...

A new concern is beginning to surface as part of the instability in the vital Red Sea shipping corridor: the Houthis or other threat actors may target the numerous subsea cables that transport almost all of the data and financial communications between Europe and Asia. In our blog, we highlight how subsea infrastructure is vulnerable to attack and how important the infrastructure is in the context...