North Korea’s Crypto Heist Comedy: When MacOS Malware Meets the Nim Door of Deception
North Korean threat actors are stepping up their game, using macOS malware to target crypto businesses and steal credentials. The notorious Lazarus Group is leading the charge, with a $1.4 billion crypto heist under their belt. Their weapon of choice? NimDoor, a malware that blends in like a chameleon at a rainbow convention.

Hot Take:
North Korea is proving that they can hack, whack, and stack crypto cash faster than you can say “Kimchi!” With their new macOS malware, they’re showing off skills that even the MacBook Pro can’t handle. Looks like it’s time for crypto businesses to invest in some serious digital kryptonite before they get NimDoor’d!
Key Points:
- North Korean threat actors, including the infamous Lazarus Group, are targeting crypto businesses with new macOS malware.
- The malware, dubbed NimDoor, uses a mix of AppleScript, C++, and Nim to evade detection and steal credentials.
- Attackers use social engineering via Telegram and Calendly to gain initial access.
- The malware’s multi-stage infection process includes downloading Mach-O binaries and deploying cunningly named files like GoogIe LLC.
- Researchers recommend understanding Nim programming for better defense against these attacks.
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