Unfading Sea Haze: Cyber Espionage Nightmare Uncovered in South China Sea

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered “Unfading Sea Haze,” a stealthy threat group targeting South China Sea nations since 2018. Their secret sauce? Poor credential hygiene and inadequate patching, making it easier for them to regain access repeatedly. With a blend of custom malware and off-the-shelf tools, they’re the hackers’ equivalent of a Swiss Army knife.