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North Korean Group Infiltrates US Firms as Fake IT Professionals
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North Korean group, Famous Chollima, infiltrated over 100 US firms. Posing as IT professionals, they used fake American identities. Hired for remote jobs in tech, aerospace, and defense, they maintained a low profile. They exfiltrated data via Git, SharePoint, and OneDrive. They installed RMM tools like RustDesk and AnyDesk for remote access. CrowdStrike's OverWatch team detected the breaches and alerted the victims.
RMM tools: software allowing remote control of computers.
| Scores | Value | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Objectivity | 6 | Comprehensive reporting with in-depth analysis. |
| Social Impact | 5 | Significantly influences public opinion on cybersecurity. |
| Credibility | 5 | Solid evidence from authoritative sources. |
| Potential | 5 | High potential to trigger larger cybersecurity discussions. |
| Practicality | 4 | Highly practical for real-world cybersecurity issues. |
| Entertainment Value | 2 | Includes a few entertaining elements. |