Hackers use fake NDAs to deliver malware to US manufacturers

Hackers use fake NDAs to deliver malware to US manufacturers

Hackers are exploiting company website contact forms to distribute malware through fake non-disclosure agreements, targeting mainly U.S. industrial and tech firms. The campaign involves long-term engagement, sophisticated use of legitimate-looking domains, and malware delivery via ZIP archives on Heroku, with possible links to Russia-aligned cybercriminals. #MixShell #UNK_GreenSec

Keypoints

  • Hackers use contact forms instead of emails to initiate malware campaigns.
  • They pose as business partners to build credibility during the attack.
  • The malware is delivered through ZIP archives hosted on the legitimate cloud platform Heroku.
  • The campaign targets various industries including manufacturing, semiconductors, biotech, and aerospace.
  • Some infrastructure overlaps with known Russia-aligned cybercriminal groups, suggesting possible motives.

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