Gatewatcher Releases Cyber Threats Semester Report (July – December 2023)

The latest Gatewatcher Cyber Threats Semester Report is out, providing a detailed analysis of key cybersecurity trends from July to December 2023. The report highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and the growing sophistication of cyberattacks.

Here are some key takeaways:

Phishing: Cybercriminals are increasingly using AI for sophisticated phishing campaigns, creating highly convincing fake websites and emails. The report also highlights the use of InterPlanetary File Systems (IPFS) for phishing, making malicious content more difficult to remove

Ransomware: RaaS operations are becoming more sophisticated, mirroring legitimate business models. While double extortion remains common, some groups are shifting towards simple extortion or even triple and quadruple extortion tactics. The report examines the rise of groups like Lockbit and the evolving strategies of ransomware operators.

Threat Actors: The report provides a deep dive into prominent threat actors such as Lockbit and Lazarus. It explores Lockbit's use of diverse initial access techniques and the role of Initial Access Brokers (IABs) in the RaaS ecosystem. The report also examines Lazarus's focus on cryptocurrency theft and its evolving money laundering operations.

This report is a must-read for cybersecurity professionals and anyone concerned about the evolving threat landscape. Access the full report on the Gatewatcher website

https://info.gatewatcher.com/en/cyber-threats-semester-report-july-december-2023