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Finance Report: Who Targets Financial Institutions?

· Published 20/02/2025 20:48 · Modified 21/02/2025 15:30

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Published
20/02/2025 20:48
Modified
21/02/2025 15:30
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2025-02-20 apt banking trojans catb cybercrime edrkillshifter financial sector golddigger golddiggerplus goldkefu goldpickaxe initial access brokers jsoutprox phishing ransomhub ransomware rustbucket sneaky 2fa state-sponsored threats tradertraitor tycoon 2fa
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20 techniques (mitre), 12 malware, 19 others

Description

This report provides an overview of key and state-sponsored threat actors targeting the in 2024. It highlights the critical role of in enabling large-scale attacks, the persistent threat of and extortion groups, and the increasing sophistication of banking malware campaigns. The report also examines the rise of -as-a-Service models and their impact on financial institutions. Additionally, it explores state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) targeting the sector, including North Korean groups focused on bypassing sanctions, and the growing collaboration between APTs and cybercriminal operators. The analysis covers the actors' motivations, victimology, infection vectors, and tools used in their campaigns against financial entities.

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