Risky Bulletin Risky Bulletin: Chinese researchers claim to find new North American APT
Jul 7, 2025
Chinese researchers reveal the discovery of a new American APT, raising alarms about emerging cyber threats. The investigation into the SolarWinds hack progresses as legal battles intensify. A company insider's involvement in a significant bank heist in Brazil highlights the need for vigilance. Additionally, luxury brand Louis Vuitton grapples with a recent security breach, showcasing the ever-present challenges in global cybersecurity.
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Night Eagle APT Targets China
- Chinese researchers identified a new American APT named Night Eagle targeting high-tech sectors in China.
- The group uses unique malware, rotating command and control servers, and possibly exploits Microsoft Exchange zero day vulnerabilities.
Insider Helps Brazil Bank Hack
- A programmer named Zhuo Nazareno Hockey sold company credentials to hackers for $900 and ran malicious commands for $1,800.
- This insider access helped attackers steal $185 million from several Brazilian local banks.
SolarWinds SEC Settlement Update
- SolarWinds and the SEC aim to settle a legal battle stemming from a 2020 breach used by Russian hackers.
- Charges now focus on securities fraud linked to misleading public statements, while some technical fault charges were dropped.