threat-intel
Chinese hackers target telcos with new Linux, Windows malware
High
Summary
A Chinese cyber-espionage group, known as Calypso (Red Lamassu), has been targeting telecommunications providers globally since mid-2022 with a dual-pronged malware campaign utilizing Showboat (Linux) and JMFBackdoor (Windows). This operation highlights a sophisticated, long-term effort to gain persistent access to networks and exfiltrate sensitive data. The campaign’s widespread targeting and use of shared malware infrastructure represent a significant threat to critical infrastructure and underscores the need for robust security measures.
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