SecurityWeek
Recent data from Chainalysis reveals that North Korea has stolen approximately $2 billion in cryptocurrency through cyber operations. This surge in digital theft is part of a broader strategy to fund the country's activities, including its weapons programs. Concurrently, Amazon has identified and blocked around 1,800 fake IT workers believed to be linked to North Korean cybercriminals. These workers were likely part of a scheme to infiltrate legitimate companies and potentially facilitate further cyber thefts. The implications of these actions are significant, as they show the ongoing threat posed by state-sponsored hacking groups and the need for companies to enhance their security measures against such attacks.