A configurable, malicious Traffic Direction System (TDS) has been enabling widespread malware attacks. The “Prometheus” TDS can direct malware at a variety of potential victims, boosting the potential size and impact of attacks. Several high-profile trojan operators have reportedly used Prometheus to conduct malware attacks on a large scale. As a relatively cheap cybercriminal service―one that is readily available on a cybercriminal forum―Prometheus is also likely enabling many other threat actors, including those without technical sophistication. Considering the similar offerings available online, there seems to be a growing market for platforms that help malware operators expand the impact of their attacks. This TDS is just one example of the growing professionalization of cybercriminal services.
Most Recent Flipbooks
The US government has issued an alert about the Iran-linked "MuddyWater" advanced persistent threat group
Microsoft has announced plans to restrict its product users' ability to manually enable macros in several Office documents
A recent attack showed the potential of cyber-threat activity when used by a nation-state for coercion.
The FBI has warned of a recent surge in cyber attacks that use quick response (QR) codes.
The Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB) conducted a series of raids and arrests against at least 20 members of the "REvil" ransomware group.
Researchers have discovered a critical vulnerability in the popular open-source Java SQL database H2
For 2022, cyber-security practitioners must be extraordinarily nimble and adept. Plus information on telegram dropping malware, North Korean group exploits Russia, and Log4j crisis spilling in to 2022
Log4j bug exposes fragility of digital ecosystem worldwide. Plus information on Magecart home for the holidays, Emotet regaining power, and Muddywater APT group hunts for airline data via Slack.