A Pakistan-linked APT group conducted two campaigns targeting Indian government entities. The Gopher Strike campaign used PDFs with malicious links to deliver an ISO file containing GOGITTER, a Golang downloader that fetches payloads from private GitHub repositories. GITSHELLPAD, a Golang backdoor, was used for C2 communication via GitHub. GOSHELL, a Golang shellcode loader, deployed Cobalt Strike Beacon on specific hostnames. The attackers used various techniques including scheduled tasks for persistence, obfuscation, and environmental keying. Post-compromise activities involved system reconnaissance and data exfiltration. The campaign demonstrated sophisticated TTPs and custom-built tools, indicating a potentially new subgroup or parallel Pakistan-linked threat actor.
In January 2026, IIJ observed malicious LNK files targeting Korean users to execute the MoonPeak malware, attributed to North Korean threat actors. The infection chain begins with a LNK file that runs an obfuscated PowerShell script, which checks for analysis environments, creates additional scripts, and sets up persistence. The second stage downloads and executes a payload from GitHub, which is actually the MoonPeak malware. MoonPeak is obfuscated using ConfuserEx and communicates with a C2 server. The campaign utilizes GitHub for hosting malware, a technique known as Living Off Trusted Sites (LOTS). This attack demonstrates the ongoing threat posed by North Korean actors targeting various countries and individuals worldwide.
The RansomHub ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a cyber-attack on Luxshare, a major electronics manufacturer supplying companies such as Apple, Nvidia, LG, and Tesla. The attackers reportedly accessed sensitive intellectual property, including 3D CAD models and circuit board designs. Although no CVSS score is provided, the attack's impact on confidentiality and potential disruption to supply chains is significant. No known exploits in the wild have been reported yet. The threat poses a medium severity risk, with potential implications for European organizations involved in electronics manufacturing and supply chains. Mitigation should focus on securing intellectual property, enhancing network segmentation, and monitoring for ransomware indicators. Countries with strong electronics manufacturing sectors and supply chain ties to affected companies, such as Germany, France, and the Netherlands, are most likely to be impacted. The attack highlights the importance of protecting proprietary design data and supply chain resilience against ransomware threats.
Priced $2,000 - $6,000 on a cybercrime forum, the MaaS toolkit promises publication on the Chrome Web Store. The post ‘Stanley’ Malware Toolkit Enables Phishing via Website Spoofing appeared first on SecurityWeek .
An active infostealer campaign is targeting macOS and Windows users across various sectors. The threat actors are using SEO poisoning to direct victims to fake GitHub repositories impersonating legitimate tools like PagerDuty. The campaign involves over 20 malicious repositories active since September 2025. The attack flow begins with a Google search, leading to a fraudulent GitHub repository, then to a GitHub Pages site with a deceptive command. This command deploys the MacSync stealer in three stages: a loader, a dropper, and the final payload. MacSync aggressively harvests credentials from browsers, cloud services, and cryptocurrency wallets. The campaign's scale includes 39 identified malicious repositories, with 24 still active as of January 2026. Evasion tactics include using 'readme-only' repositories and distributed identities.
Based on the sensors reporting to ISC, this activity started on the 13 Jan 2026. My own sensor started seeing the first scan on the 21 Jan 2026 with limited probes. So far, this activity has been limited to a few scans based on the reports available in ISC [5] (select Match Partial URL and Draw):
The KRVTZ IDS alerts dated 2026-01-25 represent network reconnaissance activity detected by an intrusion detection system. These alerts are categorized as low severity and indicate scanning behavior consistent with information gathering phases of a potential attack. No specific vulnerabilities or exploits are identified, and no patches or mitigations are directly applicable. The threat is primarily observational, with no known active exploitation in the wild. European organizations may experience increased scanning activity, which could precede more targeted attacks. The threat does not require authentication or user interaction and affects network monitoring systems rather than specific software products. Given the low severity and reconnaissance nature, the immediate risk is limited but should be monitored as part of broader threat intelligence. Countries with significant internet infrastructure and critical industries may be more likely to observe such scanning activity. Overall, this represents a low-level network threat that should be incorporated into ongoing security monitoring and incident response processes.
The WorldLeaks cybercrime group claims to have stolen information from the footwear and apparel giant’s systems. The post Nike Probing Potential Security Incident as Hackers Threaten to Leak Data appeared first on SecurityWeek .
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A compromised EmEditor installer was used in a software supply chain attack to deliver multistage malware. The attack, discovered in late December 2025, targeted users of this widely-used text editor. The malware performs credential theft, data exfiltration, and enables lateral movement. It uses obfuscated PowerShell scripts and geofencing techniques, suggesting possible Russian origin. The malware disables security features, gathers system information, and exfiltrates data to a command-and-control server. This incident highlights the importance of validating installer integrity, monitoring PowerShell usage, preserving endpoint telemetry, and enforcing least privilege principles. Software publishers are advised to secure download infrastructure and prepare incident response plans.
Pwn2Own participants disclosed a total of 76 vulnerabilities during the three-day event. The post Infotainment, EV Charger Exploits Earn Hackers $1M at Pwn2Own Automotive 2026 appeared first on SecurityWeek .
A new ransomware called Osiris was used in an attack on a major food service franchisee operator in Southeast Asia in November 2025. The ransomware shares similarities with previous Inc ransomware attacks, including the use of Wasabi buckets for data exfiltration and a specific version of Mimikatz. Osiris has typical ransomware functions, uses a hybrid encryption scheme, and drops a ransom note. The attack chain involved data exfiltration using Rclone, deployment of dual-use tools, and the use of a malicious driver called Abyssworker or Poortry. The attackers employed bring-your-own-vulnerable-driver (BYOVD) techniques to disable security software. While the impact of Osiris on the ransomware landscape remains uncertain, it appears to be wielded by experienced attackers with potential links to Inc ransomware or its affiliates.
