Key Summary Never Seen Before Discovery: Check Point Research has uncovered the Stargazers Ghost Network, a sophisticated operation of ghost accounts on GitHub distributing malware through phishing repositories, marking the first time such an operation has been identified on this platform. Significant User Impact: The malicious repositories target a wide range of users, including social media enthusiasts, gamers, and cryptocurrency holders, which could possibly be leveraged in attacks of severe consequences such as ransomware infections, stolen credentials, and compromised cryptocurrency wallets. Broader Community Implications: The network’s Distribution as a Service (DaaS) model provides a platform for other threat actors, impacting […]
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