GamaCopy Strikes: Russian Hackers Use Kremlin Playbook in Cyber Comedy of Errors
A new threat actor, GamaCopy, is mimicking the infamous Gamaredon hacking group, targeting Russian-speaking entities. Using military-themed lures, they’re dropping UltraVNC for remote access. GamaCopy’s tactics echo those of Core Werewolf, employing clever disguises like “OneDrivers.exe” to bypass detection. It’s cyber espionage with a dash of misdirection.
Hot Take:
Who knew that cybercriminals were such big fans of “copycatting”? It seems like GamaCopy is the new kid on the hacking block, and they’re not just photocopying homework; they’re copying entire espionage playbooks. Who needs creativity when you can just Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V your way to cyber infamy?
Key Points:
- GamaCopy is mimicking the tactics of the notorious Kremlin-aligned Gamaredon group.
- The campaign targets Russian-speaking entities using military-themed lures.
- UltraVNC is used for remote access, disguised cleverly as a Microsoft OneDrive file.
- GamaCopy shares similarities with the Core Werewolf group, known for spear-phishing.
- This is part of a broader cyber-espionage landscape involving multiple werewolf-themed groups.
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