ShortLeash backdoor, used in the China-linked LapDogs campaign since 2023, enables stealth access, persistence, and data theft via compromised SOHO routers and fake certs.

Cybersecurity experts at SecurityScorecard have discovered a widespread cyber espionage operation, dubbed LapDogs, which has compromised an unknown number of devices (probably thousands) around the world since September 2023.

This stealthy campaign, likely originating from a China-based group, focuses on long-term surveillance and data theft, primarily targeting the United States, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

****Exploiting Everyday Devices****

According to SecurityScorecard’s STRIKE team’s research, unlike typical cyberattacks that aim for quick access, LapDogs uses a clever method involving what experts call Operational Relay Boxes (ORBs). An ORB is a compromised device, often a Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) router or an Internet of Things (IoT) device, that attackers use to secretly route their traffic.

SOHO routers are those used in small businesses or homes, connecting multiple devices to the internet. By using these everyday devices, especially older models from companies like Ruckus Wireless (making up about 55% of compromised hardware) and Buffalo Technology, the attackers can hide their activities and avoid detection for months.

These vulnerable devices often run outdated or unpatched firmware and may expose services like mini\_httpd, embedded management tools with default settings, OpenSSH, or DropBear SSH.

A key part of the LapDogs operation is a custom tool called ShortLeash. This is a malicious program, or backdoor, that gives the attackers hidden control over infected computers and networks enabling silent control, persistence, and lateral movement within networks.

The Linux version of ShortLeash is deployed by a Bash script that checks for Ubuntu or CentOS to place a malicious service file in relevant directories. The ShortLeash payload itself features a two-layer decryption process for its configuration, which includes certificates, private keys, and a URL.

It also runs a server simulating Nginx response and uses random hardcoded query parameters when communicating with its C2 servers. To further cover their tracks, ShortLeash even creates fake security certificates that appear to be from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).

One of the self-signed TLS certificates used in the campaign (Image via SecurityScorecard)

A TLS certificate is a digital document that helps secure internet communication, like a digital ID card for websites. By faking these, the attackers make their actions look legitimate. Researchers also observed 162 distinct intrusion sets, with some sharing common geographical locations or ISPs.

The LapDogs campaign has infiltrated a variety of organizations, including internet service providers (ISPs), hardware makers, and businesses in sectors like IT, networking, real estate, and media. Researchers noted that the attackers are very focused, with signs that they carefully plan their attacks on specific targets.

Therefore, IT administrators for employees from these industries need to be on the lookout and fix vulnerabilities by installing patches. If updates are not available, move on to a different and more secure device.

China-linked LapDogs Campaign Drops ShortLeash Backdoor with Fake Certs

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, 23rd June 2025, CyberNewsWire

**DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, June 23rd, 2025, CyberNewsWire**

*   Five dedicated bug bounty programs upgraded across 1inch core components, including smart contracts, wallet and infrastructure.
*   A community-first approach to strengthening DeFi security and resilience.

1inch, the leading DeFi aggregator, has launched an upgraded bug bounty initiative, covering five key areas of its platform, with rewards of up to $500,000. Through this initiative 1inch demonstrates its commitment to maintaining the highest level of security across its smart contracts, wallet, dApp, developer tools and infrastructure.

As DeFi continues to mature, so does the interdependence and complexity of its protocols – as well as the potential for vulnerabilities that are yet to be discovered. From smart contract exploits to infrastructure-level weaknesses, projects must contend with an ever-widening attack surface. By leveraging the efforts of the global white-hat hacker and security researcher community, 1inch aims to strengthen its architecture and encourage responsible disclosure.

**Community-Driven Security at Scale**

Each of the following bounty programs has a clearly defined scope and multi-tiered rewards to encourage maximum participation and impact:

**Bug bounty program 1: 1inch smart contracts – rewards of up to $500,000**

The 1inch ecosystem is built on interconnected smart contracts that aggregate liquidity from various decentralized exchanges to execute optimal token swaps. A detailed explanation of the program and rewards is available here.

**Bug bounty program 2: 1inch Wallet – rewards of up to $100,000**

This bounty program is centered on possible vulnerabilities in 1inch Wallet, a multi-chain non-custodial DeFi crypto wallet with an easy interface for secure storage and transactions. A detailed explanation of the program and rewards is available here.

**Bug bounty program 3: 1inch Developer Portal – rewards of up to $100,000**

The focus of this bounty program is the 1inch Developer Portal, a Web3 cloud SaaS (software as a service) platform featuring multiple APIs. A detailed explanation of the program and rewards is available here.

**Bug bounty program 4: 1inch dApp – rewards of up to $50,000**

The 1inch dApp is the No. 1 DeFi aggregator, offering access to the deepest liquidity and the best token swap rates on various DEXes. Its unique features include partial fill and the ability to find the best swap paths across multiple liquidity sources. A detailed explanation of the program and rewards is available here.

**Bug bounty program 5: 1inch infrastructure – rewards of up to $20,000**

This program focuses on identifying vulnerabilities that impact the 1inch platform’s overall infrastructure, complementing product-specific programs that are described above. A detailed explanation of the program and rewards is available here.

**Sergej Kunz, Co-founder of 1inch, said** “Through our new bug bounty programs, we invite external experts and white-hats to test the strength of our defenses. Even the most skilled in-house security teams, such as ours, can benefit from fresh perspectives. Better to pay bounties than pay for breaches.”

**About 1inch**

1inch accelerates decentralized finance with a seamless crypto trading experience for 23M users. Beyond being the top platform for low-cost, efficient token swaps with $1B in daily trades, 1inch offers a range of innovative tools, including a secure self-custodial wallet, a portfolio tracker for managing digital assets, a developer portal to build on its cutting-edge technology, and even a debit card for easy crypto spending. By continuously innovating, 1inch is simplifying DeFi for everyone. 

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**Contact**

**PR lead**  
**Pavel Kruglov**  
**1inch Labs**  
**\[email protected\]**

1inch rolls out expanded bug bounties with rewards up to $500K

### Impact

Vert.x 4.5.12 has changed the semantics of the duplication of duplicated context.

Duplicated context is an object used to propagate data through a processing (synchronous or asynchronous). Each "transaction" or "processing" runs on its own isolated duplicated context.

Initially, duplicating a duplicated context was creating a fresh (empty) new context, meaning that the new duplicated context can be used to managed a separated transaction.

In Vert.x 4.5.12, this semantics has changed, and since the content of the parent duplicated context is copied into the new one, potentially leaking data. 

This CVE is especially for Quarkus as Quarkus extensively uses the Vert.x duplicated context to implement context propagation. With the new semantic data from one transaction can leak to the data from another transaction. From a Vert.x point of view, this new semantic clarifies the behavior. 

A significant amount of data is stored in the duplicated context, including request scope, security details, and metadata. Duplicating a duplicated context is rather rare and is only done in a few places:

- Quarkus REST Client when using OTel (but it's the same transaction, so no leak)
- Quarkus Messaging connectors
- Quarkus SmallRye Health (same transaction, so no leak)



### Patches

After discussion with the Vert.x team, the change will be rolled back in Vert.x 4.x. A new API will be added to Vert.x 5 do distinguish the 2 cases.

### Workarounds

When duplicating a duplicated context, the following code can be done to avoid the potential leak:

```java
((ContextInternal) VertxContext.getRootContext(ctx)).duplicate()
```

This workaround would not be required once the Vert.x version containing the fix will be included. Note that the workaround would still work. 


### References

This issue have been reported in https://github.com/quarkusio/quarkus/issues/48227.

**Impact**

Vert.x 4.5.12 has changed the semantics of the duplication of duplicated context.

Duplicated context is an object used to propagate data through a processing (synchronous or asynchronous). Each "transaction" or "processing" runs on its own isolated duplicated context.

Initially, duplicating a duplicated context was creating a fresh (empty) new context, meaning that the new duplicated context can be used to managed a separated transaction.

In Vert.x 4.5.12, this semantics has changed, and since the content of the parent duplicated context is copied into the new one, potentially leaking data.

This CVE is especially for Quarkus as Quarkus extensively uses the Vert.x duplicated context to implement context propagation. With the new semantic data from one transaction can leak to the data from another transaction. From a Vert.x point of view, this new semantic clarifies the behavior.

A significant amount of data is stored in the duplicated context, including request scope, security details, and metadata. Duplicating a duplicated context is rather rare and is only done in a few places:

*   Quarkus REST Client when using OTel (but it's the same transaction, so no leak)
*   Quarkus Messaging connectors
*   Quarkus SmallRye Health (same transaction, so no leak)

**Patches**

After discussion with the Vert.x team, the change will be rolled back in Vert.x 4.x. A new API will be added to Vert.x 5 do distinguish the 2 cases.

**Workarounds**

When duplicating a duplicated context, the following code can be done to avoid the potential leak:

((ContextInternal) VertxContext.getRootContext(ctx)).duplicate()

This workaround would not be required once the Vert.x version containing the fix will be included. Note that the workaround would still work.

**References**

This issue have been reported in quarkusio/quarkus#48227.

**References**

*   GHSA-9623-mj7j-p9v4
*   quarkusio/quarkus#48227
*   quarkusio/quarkus@2b58f59

GHSA-9623-mj7j-p9v4: Quarkus potentially leaks data when duplicating a duplicated context

Newark, United States, 23rd June 2025, CyberNewsWire

**Newark, United States, June 23rd, 2025, CyberNewsWire**

The OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation are issuing a **final call for speaker proposals** for the **inaugural OpenSSL Conference 2025**, taking place **October 7–9, 2025**, at the **Vienna House by Wyndham Diplomat Prague**.

With just **7 days remaining until the submission deadline of June 30, 2025**, the organisers invite global contributors from academia, industry, and the open-source community to submit their proposals and help shape the agenda of this landmark event.

**A Global Stage for Cryptography Innovation**

The OpenSSL Conference 2025 will bring together a global community of cryptography experts, developers, legal professionals, security researchers, and open-source contributors for three days of focused discussion and exchange.

The conference program is structured around **four key tracks**:

*   **Business Value & Enterprise Adoption**
*   **Technical Deep Dive & Innovation**
*   **Security, Compliance & the Law**
*   **Community, Contribution & the Future**

The organisers are seeking **original research**, **case studies**, and **practical insights** that push boundaries and inspire new thinking across cryptographic domains.

**Esteemed Speakers Already Confirmed:**

*   **Rob Duhart**, Senior VP, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
*   **Krishna Narayanaswamy**, Founder & CTO, Netskope
*   **Peter Schmidberger** and **Dragan Zuvic**, Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation
*   **Jason Lawlor**, President, Lightship Security Inc.
*   **Hayden Delaney**, Partner, Thomson Geer Lawyers
*   **Stephen Farrell**, Researcher, Trinity College Dublin
*   **Tanja Lange**, Professor, Eindhoven University of Technology

The OpenSSL Conference 2025 promises a premier platform for advancing open standards, securing critical infrastructure, and fostering dialogue among the world’s leading cryptographic minds.

**Proposals slould be submitted by June 30, 2025**

Interested speakers can submit proposals and review detailed submission guidelines at:

**https://openssl-conference.org**

**Partnership & Sponsorship Opportunities**

The OpenSSL Conference also offers **customisable sponsorship and partnership packages** designed to deliver value through **thought leadership, brand visibility**, and **direct access to a technically influential audience**.

Organisations of all sizes are encouraged to explore how they can participate meaningfully in this foundational event.

For sponsorship inquiries or assistance, users can contact: **\[email protected\]**

**About The OpenSSL Corporation**

The OpenSSL Corporation is a global leader in cryptographic solutions, specializing in developing and maintaining the OpenSSL Library – an essential tool for secure digital communications. The OpenSSL Corporation provides a range of services tailored to assist businesses of all sizes to ensure the secure and efficient implementation of OpenSSL solutions. The OpenSSL Corporation also supports projects aligned with its Mission and Values by providing infrastructure, resources, expert advice, and engagement through advisory committees, particularly in the commercial sector. Collaboration among these projects fosters innovation, enhances security standards, and effectively addresses common challenges, benefiting all our communities.

**Contact**

**MarCom Mgr.**  
**Hana Andersen**  
**OpenSSL Software Services**  
**\[email protected\]**

Speaker Proposal Deadline Approaches for OpenSSL Conference 2025 in Prague

Russian hackers have convinced targets to share their app passwords in very sophisticated and targeted social engineering attacks.

Russian hackers have bypassed Google’s multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Gmail to pull off targeted attacks, according to security researchers at Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG).

The hackers pulled this off by posing as US Department of State officials in advanced social engineering attacks, building a rapport with the target and then persuading them into creating app-specific passwords (app passwords).

App passwords are special 16-digit codes that Google generates to allow certain apps or devices to access your Google Account securely, especially when you have MFA enabled.

Normally, when you sign in to your Google account, you use your regular password plus a second verification step like a code sent to your phone. But since some older or less secure apps and devices—like certain email clients, cameras, or older phones—are unable to handle this extra verification step, Google provides app passwords as an alternative way to sign in.

However, because app passwords skip the second verification step, hackers can steal or phish them more easily than a full MFA login.

In an example provided by CitizenLab, the attackers initially made contact by posing as a State Department representative, inviting the target to a consultation in the setting of a private online conversation.

Although the invitation came from a Gmail account, it CCed four @state.gov accounts, giving a false sense of security and making the target believe that other people at the State Department had monitored the email conversation.

Most likely, the attacker fabricated those email addresses, knowing that the State Department’s email server accepts all messages and does not send a bounce response even if the addresses do not exist.

As the conversation unfolded and the target showed interest, they received an official looking document with instructions to register for an “MS DoS Guest Tenant” account. The document outlined the process of  “adding your work account… to our MS DoS Guest Tenant platform,” which included creating an app password to “enable secure communications between internal employees and external partners.”

So, while the target believes they are creating and sharing an app password to access a State Department platform in a secure way, they are actually giving the attacker full access to their Google account.

The targets of this campaign, which ran for months, were prominent academics and critics of Russia, and was set up with so much attention for details and skill that the researchers suspect the attacker was a Russian state-sponsored entity.

**Be safe, avoid app passwords**

Now that this bypass is known, we can expect more social engineering attacks leveraging app-specific passwords in the future. Here’s how to stay safe:

*   Only use app passwords when absolutely necessary. If you have the opportunity to change to apps and devices that support more secure sign-in methods, make that switch.
*   The advice to enable MFA still stands strong, but not all MFA is created equal. Authenticator apps (like Google Authenticator) or hardware security keys (FIDO2/WebAuthn) are more resistant to attacks than SMS-based codes, let alone app passwords.
*   Regularly educate yourself and others about recognizing phishing attempts. Attackers often bypass MFA by tricking users into revealing credentials or app passwords through phishing.
*   Keep an eye on unusual login attempts or suspicious behavior, such as logins from unfamiliar locations or devices. And limit those logins where possible.
*   Regularly update your operating system and the apps you use to patch vulnerabilities that attackers might exploit. Enable automatic updates whenever possible so you don’t have to remember yourself.
*   Use security software that can block malicious domains and recognize scams.

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 Gmail&#8217;s multi-factor authentication bypassed by  hackers to pull off targeted attacks 

Malware hidden in fake Minecraft Mods on GitHub is stealing passwords and crypto from players. Over 1,500 devices may be affected, researchers warn.

A new malware campaign has been targeting Minecraft players through fake mod downloads, according to recent findings from Check Point Research (CPR). Shared through GitHub and disguised as popular **Minecraft cheat mods**, the files carry a layered infection that can steal everything from saved passwords to cryptocurrency.

**Malware Hidden Inside Mods**

The campaign, which surfaced in March 2025, focused on active players using mods to enhance their gameplay. Mods like Oringo and Taunahi, widely known in the Minecraft cheat community, were mimicked to attract downloads. But instead of extra features, these files installed malware in three stages.

According to CPR’s **blog post**, first came a Java-based downloader. After confirming the user was running Minecraft and not a sandboxed or virtual environment, it dropped the download of a second-stage stealer which harvested login credentials and other sensitive files.

The final payload, a more advanced spyware tool, dug even deeper. It scanned for data in Discord, Steam, Telegram, web browsers and **crypto wallets.** It could also take screenshots and collect technical details from the infected machine. Data stolen through this campaign was then sent out over Discord, making the exfiltration hard to detect.

****Russian-Speaking Attacker Suspected****

Hints from the malware’s code, including Russian-language comments and UTC+3-based activity patterns, point to a Russian-speaking threat actor. The operation was linked to a group Check Point referred to as the Stargazers Ghost Network, a malware delivery system that uses a distribution-as-a-service model. The same system was **previously seen in July 2024** distributing malware through more than 3,000 fake GitHub accounts.

In the latest Minecraft scam, CPR’s research also traced the campaign across several GitHub repositories, each posing as legitimate mod tools. This helped the malware gain reach while avoiding immediate suspicion. Based on internal traffic analysis, the researchers estimate that at least 1,500 devices may have been compromised so far.

Malicious GitHub repositories (Image via CPR)

****Why Minecraft Was the Perfect Target****

Minecraft’s global popularity makes it a prime target for these kinds of attacks. With over 200 million monthly active users and more than a million modders, the game has built an extensive infrastructure of user-created content. Many players are young and may not be well-equipped to spot fake downloads, especially when they’re presented as performance boosters or cheats.

The modding community thrives on open sharing, but that openness has become a vulnerability. Attackers are betting that users won’t double-check the origin of a mod if it looks familiar.

This is why in October 2021, Minecraft was identified as **the most malware-infected game** after researchers found 44,335 compromised devices and over 300,000 malware cases targeting its players.

****What Players Should Do****

This attack is just another example of how familiar online platforms, especially those used by younger audiences, are being turned into distribution channels for malware. If you’re a Minecraft player or a parent of one, now’s a good time to check your devices and habits:

*   Stick to mods from well-known and verified platforms.
*   Make sure your antivirus and security updates are current.
*   Avoid any mod claiming to offer hacks, cheats or automation.
*   Monitor accounts linked to Discord, gaming platforms or crypto wallets for suspicious activity.

Fake Minecraft Mods on GitHub Found Stealing Player Data

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Last week on ThreatDown: Stay safe!

June 23, 2025 - Russian hackers have convinced targets to share their app passwords in very sophisticated and targeted social engineering attacks.

June 19, 2025 - Researchers have uncovered 30 exposed data sets containing over 16 billion login credentials which were likely harvested by infostealers.

June 19, 2025 - Toy company Mattel has announced a deal with OpenAI to create AI-powered toys, but digital rights advocates have urged caution.

June 18, 2025 - Several Instagram ads have been found impersonating banks, including the usage of deepfake videos to defraud consumers.

June 18, 2025 - These five communication channels are favored by scammers to try and trick victims at least once a week—if not more.

 A week in security (June 15 &#8211; June 21) 

Scammers used Inferno Drainer to steal $43,000 in crypto from 110 CoinMarketCap users through a fake wallet prompt embedded in the site’s front-end.

A coordinated crypto theft operation targeting CoinMarketCap users has been exposed after leaked images surfaced from a Telegram channel known as TheCommsLeaks. The attack used a convincing wallet connection prompt embedded in CoinMarketCap’s own interface, tricking users into handing over access to their wallets. The result? more than $43,000 worth of crypto funds drained in hours.

According to Tammy H, a Senior Threat Intelligence Researcher and Certified Dark Web Investigator at Flare.io, a Canada-based cybercrime intelligence firm, the attack was carried out using Inferno Drainer, a known wallet-draining toolkit that’s been linked to previous campaigns.

****A Pop-Up with a Price****

The method was simple but effective. Users visiting CoinMarketCap were presented with a prompt asking them to “Verify Your Wallet” to access features. It looked identical to legitimate pop-ups seen on the platform, giving users no reason to doubt it. However, once connected, wallets were quietly emptied of whatever assets they held.

Video credit: apoorv.eth on X (Twitter)

A source cited in the leak claimed the prompt appeared across nearly every page on the site. “Make it where it appears on every page,” read one message. “Most people have coins pinned… the second they render the site.”

The attacker seemed focused on increasing visibility and maximizing wallet connections. Some reports suggest that even the connect button began malfunctioning due to being rendered too many times.

****Inside the Leak****

As per Tommy H’s analysis, the Telegram channel TheCommsLeaks began sharing details around 7:30 PM local time on June 20. The messages included screenshots showing a live dashboard used by the attacker. These visuals displayed wallet connections, token transfers and total values drained in real time.

Early numbers showed 67 successful hits and over 1,300 wallet connections. The payout was already past $21,000 within the first wave. By the time the campaign ended, the final haul had climbed to $43,266, drained from 110 victims.

Tokens siphoned off included SOL, XRP, EVT, and smaller coins like PENGU and SHDW. One transaction involving $1,769 in XRP was linked to a wallet visible on BscScan, offering public confirmation of the theft.

However, the researcher noted that not every attempt succeeded. Logs from the attacker’s toolkit also showed multiple failed drains, typically due to wallets holding unsupported tokens or negligible balances.

Attackers on Telegram

****What Happened on CoinMarketCap?****

After growing speculation over whether the attack came from a spoofed domain, CoinMarketCap addressed the issue directly. In a statement published on X, the company said a doodle image displayed on their homepage had triggered malicious code through an embedded API call. This vulnerability caused the unauthorized wallet prompt to appear for some users.

The company confirmed that its security team responded immediately after detecting the issue. The malicious content was removed, and internal systems were patched to prevent further abuse.

“All systems are now fully operational, and CoinMarketCap is safe and secure for all users,” the company stated, adding that it continues to monitor the situation and provide support.

This incident goes on to show how small interface changes, even those involving something as harmless as a homepage doodle, can be leveraged for large-scale damage. While the use of a legitimate platform’s own environment to deploy malicious prompts is extremely concerning, it reflects how easily trust in familiar interfaces can be misused.

In a separate incident reported by Hackread just last week, scammers exploited search ads to trick users into calling fake support numbers shown on real websites like Apple and PayPal. Though technically unrelated, both cases show how attackers rely on user assumptions about what’s safe to interact with online.

For now, users are advised to avoid connecting wallets directly through pop-ups and verify any prompt against the platform’s official guidance. If something looks familiar, that doesn’t always mean it’s safe.

Scammers Use Inferno Drainer to Steal $43K from CoinMarketCap Users

European police, led by Denmark and Sweden, are arresting individuals in a crackdown on violence-as-a-service, where criminal groups recruit teenagers online for contract killings. Learn about Europol's OTF GRIMM task force and how they're fighting this disturbing trend.

European law enforcement agencies, led by Denmark and Sweden, are intensifying their fight against a disturbing new criminal trend: the online recruitment of young people, some as young as 14, to carry out contract killings. This practice, termed violence-as-a-service, sees criminal groups using encrypted online platforms to offer money for shootings, often across national borders.

As per Europol’s press release, recent efforts, spearheaded by Denmark’s National Special Crime Unit and the Swedish Police, have led to several arrests. Following investigations into violent acts, including a shooting in Kokkedal on May 7, 2025, seven individuals, aged between 14 and 26, have either been arrested or surrendered from countries like Sweden and Morocco.

Among those caught are two 18-year-old men from Western Sweden, suspected of actively recruiting youngsters for these deadly tasks. Authorities indicate that some suspects also provided weapons, ammunition, and safe places for these young attackers.

****International Alliance Against Online Crime****

This alarming development has prompted a stronger international response. Europol launched Operational Taskforce (OTF) GRIMM in April 2025 to directly address the use of encrypted services for coordinating contract killings across Europe. The task force now includes Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland (the latest country to join), the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Europol itself, with more nations expected to join soon.

Andy Kraag, Head of Europol’s European Serious Organised Crime Centre, highlighted the severity, stating, “Teenagers being paid to pull the trigger, this is what organised crime looks like in 2025. This is calculated outsourcing of murder by criminal networks that treat human lives as disposable assets.”

****A Familiar Crime****

This isn’t the first time online platforms have been exploited for grave crimes. As Hackread.com recently reported that the global 764 network child abuse ring, led by individuals like Leonidas Varagiannis (21) and Prasan Nepal (20), also used encrypted apps to orchestrate horrific exploitation.

This past case, resulting in arrests in the US and Greece, underscores a persistent challenge: the anonymous nature of digital spaces can facilitate serious criminal activity, including those involving minors.

Europol encourages parents and communities to look for early signs of criminal recruitment, such as sudden behavioural changes or unexplained wealth, offering guides for protection. Law enforcement continues to track the masterminds behind these operations, aiming to dismantle their hidden online infrastructure.

Violence-as-a-Service: Encrypted Apps Used in Recruiting Teens as Hitmen

As package registries find better ways to combat cyberattacks, threat actors are finding other methods for spreading their malware to developers.

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