
Asheer Malhotra
Security researcher at Cisco Talos, contributing to research on Operation Celestial Force.
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Dec 28, 2024 • 24min
On the prowl for mobile malware. [Research Saturday]
Asheer Malhotra and Vitor Ventura from Cisco Talos dive into the intriguing world of mobile malware, focusing on the espionage campaign known as Operation Celestial Force. They reveal how a Pakistani group has been exploiting vulnerabilities in Indian defense and tech sectors for years. The discussion uncovers the evolution of mobile malware tactics, the role of social media in attacks, and the significance of understanding threat actor attribution. Listeners will gain insights into the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity awareness to combat these sophisticated threats.

Jul 13, 2024 • 25min
On the prowl for mobile malware. [Research Saturday]
Cyber experts Asheer Malhotra and Vitor Ventura discuss Operation Celestial Force targeting Indian entities by Pakistani threat group Cosmic Leopard. They explore mobile malware use, attribution in cybersecurity, mobile malware operations, advanced tactics in malware deployment, and risks of USB drives in cybersecurity.

Nov 18, 2023 • 17min
The malicious YoroTrooper in disguise. [Research Saturday]
Asheer Malhotra from Cisco Talos discusses their research on the espionage-focused threat actor YoroTrooper, attributing their work to individuals in Kazakhstan. YoroTrooper disguises its attacks as coming from Azerbaijan using VPN exit nodes. They heavily rely on phishing emails to direct victims to credential harvesting sites. The podcast also explores Eurotrooper's espionage and data theft activities, legacy sim challenges, YoroTrooper's aggressive tactics in targeting government entities and the energy sector, and the notion of persistence vs sophistication in espionage operations.