CyberAv3ngers Strike: New Malware Puts Critical Infrastructure on High Alert!
Claroty’s Team82 has uncovered IOCONTROL, a crafty malware tool, with a knack for infiltrating IoT and OT systems. Allegedly crafted by the CyberAv3ngers, it has been busy wreaking havoc on Western critical infrastructure, from IP cameras to fuel management systems. Sanctions and bounties are on the table, folks.
Hot Take:
When your gas pump conspires against you, it’s not just rising prices to fear – it’s the CyberAv3ngers! Who knew filling up could involve more drama than a superhero movie?
Key Points:
- Claroty’s Team82 discovered custom malware, IOCONTROL, targeting civilian critical infrastructure.
- The CyberAv3ngers, linked to Iran’s IRGC-CEC, are suspected of deploying IOCONTROL in attacks.
- IOCONTROL impacts IoT and OT devices, including SCADA systems, IP cameras, routers, and PLCs.
- Affected vendors span from Baicells and D-Link to Orpak and Unitronics.
- US Treasury sanctioned IRGC-CEC officials and offered a bounty for information on the attackers.
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