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Abhay Negi
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UAC-0247 Cyber Operation Highlights Growing Threat to Critical Infrastructure

The discovery of the UAC-0247 campaign underscores the increasing sophistication of cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure. Identified by CERT-UA, the campaign focuses on government and healthcare sectors, using advanced malware techniques to steal data and maintain persistent access.

Attack Entry Through Phishing

The campaign begins with phishing emails designed to appear as humanitarian communications. Victims are directed to malicious websites that prompt them to download infected files.

Advanced Malware Execution

The use of LNK files, HTA scripts, and process injection allows attackers to execute malware while avoiding detection.

Command and Control Mechanisms

RAVENSHELL and AGINGFLY provide remote access, while SILENTLOOP ensures communication resilience.

Data Exfiltration and Impact

Sensitive data from browsers and WhatsApp is extracted, enabling both espionage and financial exploitation.

Role of Intelligence Platforms

IntelligenceX helps organizations gain visibility into threats and exposed assets.

Using IntelligenceX, teams can detect malicious activity early and strengthen defenses.

Final Thoughts

As cyber threats continue to evolve, organizations must adopt intelligence-driven security strategies to stay ahead.

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