Iran's Hackers Swap Wipers for Identity Strikes
Forget the old disk-wipers; Iran's cyber crews are now hijacking your own admin tools to nuke devices. This sneaky pivot changes everything for global targets.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Iran shifted from noisy wipers (Shamoon) to stealthy LotL admin abuse for better evasion and scale.
- MDM platforms are now prime attack vectors—treat them as weapons, not tools.
- This evolution enables global disruption without custom malware, demanding new defenses.
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Originally reported by Palo Alto Unit 42
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