OilRig Targets UAE and Gulf with Windows Kernel Flaw Exploit

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OilRig Targets UAE and Gulf with Windows Kernel Flaw Exploit - 2d

The Iranian state-sponsored hacking group, OilRig, has been observed exploiting a vulnerability in the Windows Kernel to conduct cyber espionage operations. This vulnerability allows attackers to escalate their privileges, enabling them to gain unauthorized access and control over targeted systems. The campaign targets government and critical infrastructure entities in the UAE and the broader Gulf region.

References:

ciso2ciso.com - OilRig Exploits Windows Kernel Flaw in Espionage Campaign Targeting UAE and Gulf – Source:thehackernews.com - 2d
@BleepingComputer - The Iranian state-sponsored hacking group APT34, aka OilRig, has recently escalated its activities with new campaigns targeting government and critical infrastructure entities in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. - 2d
@jos1264 - OilRig Exploits Windows Kernel Flaw in Espionage Campaign Targeting UAE and Gulf – Source:thehackernews.com - 2d
The Hacker News - OilRig Exploits Windows Kernel Flaw in Espionage Campaign Targeting UAE and Gulf - 2d
Over Security - The Iranian state-sponsored hacking group APT34, aka OilRig, has recently escalated its activities with new campaigns targeting government and critical infrastructure entities in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. - 2d
Why are we still confused about cloud security - Iranian hackers use Windows holes to attack critical Gulf and Emirates systems - 1d
Malware Analysis, News and Indicators - High-severity Windows vulnerability leveraged in new OilRig APT attacks - 22h
SCM feed for Threat Management - High-severity Windows vulnerability leveraged in new OilRig APT attacks - 18h
ciso2ciso.com - Earth Simnavaz (aka APT34) Attack Detection: Iranian Hackers Leverage Windows Kernel Vulnerability to Target UAE and Gulf Region - 15h

Classification:

HashTags: #CyberEspionage #OilRig #WindowsKernel
Company: Microsoft
Target: UAE and Gulf
Attacker: OilRig
Product: Windows
Feature: Kernel
Type: Espionage
Severity: Major

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OilRig Targets UAE and Gulf with Windows Kernel Flaw Exploit - 2d