Star Blizzard APT Adopts New Backdoor After LostKeys Malware Exposure

Star Blizzard APT Adopts New Backdoor After LostKeys Malware Exposure

The Russian state-sponsored APT known as Star Blizzard has transitioned to using a new backdoor, MaybeRobot, following the public disclosure of its LostKeys malware. This change comes as the group continues to employ sophisticated infection techniques to target civil society members in Russia.
Oct 23, 2025 Actor: Star Blizzard (APT28) Sector: Government, Civil Society Region: Russia
Bitter APT Exploiting Old WinRAR Vulnerability in New Backdoor Attacks

Bitter APT Exploiting Old WinRAR Vulnerability in New Backdoor Attacks

The Bitter APT group is leveraging an old vulnerability in WinRAR to deploy new backdoor attacks. This highlights the ongoing threat posed by advanced persistent threats (APTs) that exploit outdated software vulnerabilities.
Oct 22, 2025 Actor: Bitter APT Sector: Various Region: Global