Konni’s Comedy of Errors: North Korean Hackers Impersonate Therapists to Wipe Your Devices!
Konni, the North Korea-backed cyber gang, is now using Google’s Find Hub to remotely reset Android devices, wiping personal data. Impersonating human rights activists, they distribute malware as stress-relief programs, demonstrating a bizarre blend of espionage and tech support gone rogue. Remember, not all stress-relief apps clear your mind—and your phone!
Hot Take:
North Korea’s Konni group has decided to swap their usual espionage toolkit for some psychological counseling, but not in the way that helps your anxiety. Instead, they’re using it to crank up the stress levels of Android and Windows users everywhere. Who knew “stress relief” could be so stressful? Now, if only they could hack the stress of being hacked!
Key Points:
– Konni group targets Android and Windows devices with malware disguised as stress-relief programs.
– The group exploits Google’s Find Hub to remotely reset victim devices, deleting personal data.
– Attackers use spear-phishing emails mimicking entities like the National Tax Service.
– Malware allows remote control, including webcam spying and data exfiltration.
– Konni’s malware arsenal includes EndRAT and Remcos RAT, targeting Korean operations.