New Wave of Crypto Attacks from North Korea
According to a report by the Mandiant security team, the hacker group from North Korea known as APT37 has upgraded its social engineering tactics. They have now started using artificially generated videos to distribute malware targeting cryptocurrency and DeFi projects.
Mandiant experts have found that North Korean criminals have learned to create realistic AI-synthesized video that impersonate the leaders of well-known companies. They send these videos by email to potential victims to convince them to click on a link and download malware.
The use of AI technology allows hackers to more effectively deceive users and increases the likelihood of successful data or fund theft. This trend is causing serious concern in the cybersecurity field, as such social engineering methods are becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect.
How to Protect Against Such Attacks?
To reduce the risks, experts advise companies and users to be especially vigilant when receiving any suspicious emails or messages, even if they appear to be from known brands. It is necessary to carefully check all links and attachments, as well as regularly update software and use threat protection solutions.
In addition, it is important to raise employee awareness of social engineering methods and train them to recognize the signs of fraudulent activity. Only a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity will help effectively counter new threats related to the use of AI technologies.