- North Korean hackers exploited a Chrome zero-day vulnerability to conduct crypto theft, targeting organizations to steal cryptocurrency.
- The hacking group, identified as Citrine Sleet, began its activities on August 19, 2023, and is known for focusing on the cryptocurrency sector.
- The hackers utilized a flaw in Chromium’s core engine and created fake websites to trick victims into downloading malicious applications.
- Microsoft reported that the attackers installed a rootkit on compromised systems, gaining full control over the victims’ data.
- The United Nations estimates that North Korean hackers have stolen $3 billion in cryptocurrency from 2017 to 2023 to fund their regime’s activities.
https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/30/north-korean-hackers-exploited-chrome-zero-day-to-steal-crypto/
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