Russian group Midnight Blizzard carries out spear-phishing targeting 100+ US entities since October 22, with malicious RDP attachments.

Microsoft has alerted organizations about an ongoing spear-phishing campaign by the Russian cyber group Midnight Blizzard, targeting over 100 entities, including U.S. government agencies and NGOs. Since October 22, the campaign has involved sending emails with malicious Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attachments, enabling unauthorized access to devices and potential malware installation. Microsoft recommends enhanced security measures, including employee training and multi-factor authentication.

October 30, 2024
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