Kaspersky Identifies Backdoor in Daemon Tools Linked to Chinese Hackers in Widespread Attack
Kaspersky has identified a backdoor in Daemon Tools, a popular Windows disc imaging software, linked to a Chinese-language speaking group in a widespread attack. The malware was used to plant additional malware on computers in the retail, scientific, manufacturing, and government sectors in Russia, Belarus, and Thailand. The attack is still active, indicating ongoing risks for users of the software.
Topics: cybersecurity Daemon Tools hacking Kaspersky malware supply_chain_attack