KittenSec

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KittenSec, a self-proclaimed hacktivist group, has emerged as a significant threat actor in the cybersecurity landscape. The group claims to "pwn anything we see" with the stated goal of exposing corruption. Their activities have been linked to a range of cyber-attacks and infiltrations across different sectors, indicating a high level of sophistication and capability. Among their targets have been aviation organizations, which multiple nation-state hackers have reportedly infiltrated, and Hong Kong entities, which were targeted in a supply chain cyberattack. The group's modus operandi involves deploying advanced phishing kits, as evidenced by attacks on nearly 60,000 Microsoft 365 accounts. This strategy aligns with the broader trend in the cybersecurity landscape, where high-grade phishing kits are increasingly being used for fraudulent purposes. Furthermore, KittenSec's activities coincide with notable cyber events involving other threat actors, such as the release of technical details about the Sandworm malware 'Infamous Chisel' by the 'Five Eyes' nations and the disruption of the massive Qakbot botnet by the FBI and DOJ, which was connected to millions of dollars in ransomware losses. The emergence of KittenSec underscores the evolving nature of cyber threats and the growing prominence of hacktivism. It is crucial for organizations to stay vigilant against such threats and implement robust cybersecurity measures. The international community has shown its capacity to respond, as seen in the arrest of two dozen individuals and the takedown of hundreds of malicious IPs in an African cybercrime operation. However, the continuous activity of groups like KittenSec highlights the ongoing challenge posed by cybercrime and the need for constant vigilance and proactive defense strategies.

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ID	Votes	Profile Description
Siegedsec	2	SiegedSec, a threat actor group in the cybersecurity landscape, has been implicated in several high-profile cyber attacks. The group is known for its politically motivated actions and has recently claimed responsibility for an attack on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). This recent even

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Malware

Cyberscoop

Microsoft

Cybercrime

Nato

Botnet

Ransomware

Phishing

Associated Malware

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ID	Type	Votes	Profile Description
Infamous Chisel	Unspecified	1	Infamous Chisel is a malicious software (malware) that has been identified as a significant threat to Android users globally. It is designed to exploit and damage the targeted systems, infiltrating them via suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. Once inside, it can steal personal information, di
Ghostsec	Unspecified	1	GhostSec is a malicious software (malware) identified as a significant cybersecurity threat. This harmful program, designed to exploit and damage computers or devices, infiltrates systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often unbeknownst to the user. Once embedded, it can steal pe
QakBot	Unspecified	1	Qakbot is a potent malware, a malicious software designed to exploit and damage computer systems. It can infiltrate systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it has the potential to steal personal information, disrupt operations, or e

Associated Threat Actors

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ID	Type	Votes	Profile Description
Sandworm	Unspecified	1	Sandworm, a threat actor linked to Russia, has been implicated in numerous high-profile cyber attacks. This group's activities have primarily targeted Ukraine, compromising the country's critical infrastructure and telecommunications providers. The Sandworm group is known for its fileless attack met
Threatsec	Unspecified	1	ThreatSec is a prominent threat actor, or hacking team, known for its malicious cyber activities. It's part of a larger network that includes other hacktivist groups such as GhostSec, Stormous, Blackforums, and SiegedSec, collectively referred to as the modern-day Five Families group. This coalition

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Source	CreatedAt	Title
CERT-EU	a year ago	DOE launches cyber contest to benefit rural utilities
CERT-EU	a year ago	Bilyana Lilly on Western cybersecurity assistance to Ukraine
CERT-EU	10 months ago	Groups linked to Las Vegas cyber attacks are prolific criminal hacking gangs
CERT-EU	a year ago	US, UK take action against members of the Russian-linked Trickbot hacker syndicate
CERT-EU	a year ago	Multiple nation-state hackers infiltrate single aviation organization
CERT-EU	a year ago	China turns to AI in hopes of creating viral online propaganda, Microsoft researchers say
CERT-EU	a year ago	Intelligence community to meet with civil liberties groups on controversial surveillance tool
CERT-EU	a year ago	Cyber professionals say industry urgently needs to confront mental health crisis
CERT-EU	a year ago	Microsoft joins a growing chorus of organizations criticizing a UN cybercrime treaty
CERT-EU	a year ago	Presidential council recommends launching a Department of Water to confront cyberthreats, climate change
CERT-EU	a year ago	Hacking group KittenSec claims to 'pwn anything we see' to expose corruption
CERT-EU	a year ago	What do you really need for a career in cybersecurity? It's probably not what you think.
CERT-EU	a year ago	Organizations in NATO countries claimed to be compromised by hacktivist operation
CERT-EU	a year ago	Hacking group KittenSec claims to 'pwn anything we see' to expose corruption