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North Korea uses new malware to ‘wiretap’ targets working on DPRK issues: Report
South Korean security firm finds DPRK hackers able to capture audio from device microphones with software
June 26, 2023
North Korea repaves spaceport launchpad after recent satellite failure
Fresh work throughout Sohae complex comes as party vows to quickly attempt another launch
June 22, 2023
Key fertilizer chemical tops North Korean imports in May, grain shipments rise
Expert says food imports from China unlikely to impact most citizens amid concerns about acute hunger crisis
June 20, 2023
Chinese crane vessel engages in likely illicit transfer with North Korean ship
Satellite imagery shows three ships side by side outside Nampho, amid suspicious surge in activity around port
June 19, 2023
New North Korean military drone spotted on runway, largest seen to date
Apparent UAV is second to appear at key airbase this month, amid testing campaign to fulfill leader’s weapons goals
June 14, 2023
North Korea uses sanctioned Russian exchange to launder $100M in stolen crypto
Expert says such designations can still play important role despite Lazarus Group’s use of Garantex and Sinbad
June 14, 2023
China expanding prisons where North Korean escapees are held: Investigation
NK Pro identifies construction at 3 key border facilities, suggesting efforts to increase capacity to detain defectors
June 13, 2023
North Korea confirms July 27 holiday for next major military parade: Imagery
Troop formations show big plans to mark anniversary of end of Korean War and possibly showcase more nuclear weapons
June 12, 2023
North Korean hackers impersonating venture capital firms in US and Asia: Report
Security firm warns personal data and investment portfolios at risk as cash-strapped regime targets financial sector
June 8, 2023
North Korea’s Lazarus Group steals $35M in latest cryptocurrency heist
Researchers say state-backed hackers relied on favorite laundering techniques in first reported theft this year
June 7, 2023
