Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 06:30am on 26 Apr 2025,Saturday India Global
Indian security researchers have identified a surge in cyberattacks orchestrated by Pakistan-based group APT36, also known as Transparent Tribe. These attacks primarily target the Indian Army and educational institutions like IITs and NITs. The hackers employ spear-phishing emails with malicious attachments, such as PPAM files disguised as official documents, to infiltrate systems. Once compromised, malware like Crimson RAT and AllaKore RAT grant attackers extensive control over infected networks. The Indian government has issued alerts, urging organizations to enhance cybersecurity measures, regularly update systems, and exercise caution with unsolicited emails. This escalation underscores the growing cyber threat landscape and the need for robust defense mechanisms. (PC: Facebook)
