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South Korea's cyber incident and FBI warning
A data breach in South Korea and FBI research into a North Korean cyber scheme are reported, highlighting ongoing threats to organisational security.
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What is going on
- South Korea's financial sector reports a data breach following a cyberattack, with no details on the cause or impact provided.
- The FBI warns that North Korea's 'FaceStealer' scheme can hijack identities and spread malware, though no specific attacks are linked to this report.
- Research into the FaceStealer operation suggests it may be used for cyber espionage and financial fraud, but no confirmed incidents are reported in the UK.
- What to watch: Further details on the South Korean data breach and any confirmed links between the FaceStealer scheme and specific UK organisations could change the picture.
Reports in this story
Newest first. Each one is a separate event with its own sources and evidence.
- Priority MediumType Research & newsLead report
FBI: North Korea's 'FaceStealer' Scheme Can Hijack Identities, Spread Malware
- Priority LowType Incident
South Korea’s FSI Reports Data Breach After Cyberattack
- Priority LowType Research & news
South Korea steps up telecom coordination to combat voice phishing