$10 Million Manhunt: U.S. Puts Bounty on North Korean Hacker Rim Jong Hyok
The U.S. State Department is offering up to $10 million for information on North Korean military hacker Rim Jong Hyok. Part of the Andariel group, Hyok is linked to Maui ransomware attacks on critical U.S. infrastructure. If you have tips, you could be $10 million richer and a hero in the cyber world!
Hot Take:
When North Korea isn’t busy launching missiles into the ocean, they’re launching ransomware into our hospitals. Rim Jong Hyok, the Andariel hacker extraordinaire, is the kind of guy who takes “working from home” to a whole new level—by hacking into U.S. critical infrastructure. Who knew stealing 30 gigabytes of data could come with a $10 million price tag?
Key Points:
- U.S. State Department offers a $10 million reward for information on North Korean hacker Rim Jong Hyok.
- Hyok is part of the Andariel hacking group, linked to Maui ransomware attacks on U.S. critical infrastructure and healthcare.
- Charges include conspiracy to commit computer hacking and promotion money laundering.
- North Korean hackers linked to ransomware incidents involving U.S. Air Force bases, healthcare providers, and defense contractors.
- CISA and FBI issued a joint advisory on Andariel, emphasizing its focus on stealing sensitive military information.
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