British, American, and Dutch agencies warned that Iranian state-sponsored hackers are using CHOSEN BRICK spyware to target dissidents, activists, journalists, and others seen as threatening the regime. The malware is spread through social engineering and fake lures, then used to steal data, monitor victims, and support harassment and physical intimidation. #CHOSENBRICK #NCSC #FBI #AIVD #MOIS #HandalaHack #HomelandJustice
Keypoints
- CHOSEN BRICK is a spyware tool used by Iranian state-sponsored hackers.
- Victims are targeted through WhatsApp and Telegram social engineering campaigns.
- Attackers use fake files and impersonated software like Adobe Flash Player and KeePass.
- The malware steals contacts, emails, messages, screenshots, and microphone audio.
- Stolen data is used for surveillance, harassment, and potential real-world threats.
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