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New North Korean cybercrime group demands millions in ransom payments
DPRK-linked hackers compromised defense firm with new malware before demanding unusually high payout, Microsoft says
May 29, 2024
North Korea appears to transfer $20M from crypto wallet in push to cash out
Transfer from DPRK-linked account hints at Pyongyang’s urgent need for funds to support strategic goals, expert says
May 29, 2024
Russia freighter returns to North Korean port amid new allegations of arms trade
Lady R’s first known visit to Rason in month follows reports DPRK is sending decades-old weapons for use against Ukraine
May 14, 2024
North Korea appears to repurpose defunct car factory to produce rocket launchers
Expert says facility Kim Jong Un visited used to be inter-Korean automobile factory, underscoring focus on arms sales
May 14, 2024
North Korean hackers stole one terabyte of personal data from ROK courts: Police
Expert says breach reflects ‘lack of cyber alertness’ and could hinder Seoul’s efforts to boost global cyber cooperation
May 13, 2024
North Korea tears down buildings at Kim Jong Un’s winter palace complex
Expert said says ‘unusual’ move may be part of plans to transfer ignored residence to the military
May 6, 2024
North Korean hackers using new tactics to bypass email security, US warns
Advisory says Kimsuky is taking advantage of weak email verification settings to pass off phishing emails as legitimate
May 4, 2024
North Korean tanker docks in Russia as US accuses Moscow of breaching oil cap
Expert says Russia should have impounded sanctioned A Sa Bong given history of illegal ship-to-ship transfers
May 3, 2024
North Korea appears to test rocket engine amid preparation for satellite launch
Signs of vegetation die-off at test stand come as DPRK looks to put three more military satellites in orbit this year
May 3, 2024
North Korean hackers impersonate blockchain firm to steal data from developers
Japanese cybersecurity firm reports Lazarus Group is targeting LinkedIn users who work in the cryptocurrency industry
May 1, 2024
