Over the Kazuar’s Nest: Cracking Down on a Freshly Hatched Backdoor Used by Pensive Ursa (Aka Turla)
Executive Summary While tracking the evolution of Pensive Ursa (aka Turla, Uroburos), Unit 42 researchers came across a new, upgraded variant of Kazuar. Not only is Kazuar another name for the enormous and dangerous cassowary bird, Kazuar is an advanced and stealthy .NET backdoor that Pensive Ursa usually uses as a second stage payload. Pensive […]
Due to the rapid evolution of technology, the Internet of Things (IoT) is changing the way business is conducted around the world. This advancement and the power of the IoT have been nothing short of transformational in making data-driven decisions, accelerating efficiencies, and streamlining operations to meet the demands of a competitive global marketplace. IoT […]
Oct 17, 2023NewsroomMalware / APT In what’s the latest evolution of threat actors abusing legitimate infrastructure for nefarious ends, new findings show that nation-state hacking groups have entered the fray in leveraging the social platform for targeting critical infrastructure. Discord, in recent years, has become a lucrative target, acting as a fertile ground for hosting […]
Cloud migration led to cloud evolution which has led to a cloud-first mindset. With a pandemic push, global corporate enterprise has gravitated to the exponential perimeter. The four cornerstones of cloud security now must be realized. Accountability: With a hat-tip to the RACI matrix, identifying responsibility Strategy: Envisioning a cloud security roadmap moving […]
Heightened cyber threats from state-supported groups, the evolution of threat actors’ tactics and the ongoing trend for remote working have combined with the ongoing skills shortages within the cyber security sector to place further pressure on CISOs. The publication of the CS Hub Mid-Year Market Report 2022 offers a timely analysis of trends, innovations and […]