Weekly: Microsoft Deprecates VBScript, Common Infostealers, GhostEngine Cryptominer, BlackSuit Attack Analysis
May 30, 2024•33 min
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Episode description
In this episode of ShadowTalk host Corey, along with Gjergji and Brian, discuss the latest news in cyber security and threat research. Topics this week include:
- Microsoft set to begin the deprecation of VBScript in the second half of 2024
- ReliaQuest research into the top three Infostealers
- Dive into a new crypto miner dubbed 'GhostEngine'
- ReliaQuest analysis of a BlackSuit ransomware attack
Resources:
- https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/vbscript-deprecation-timelines-and-next-steps/ba-p/4148301
- https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/common-infostealers/
- https://www.elastic.co/security-labs/invisible-miners-unveiling-ghostengine
- https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/blacksuit-attack-analysis/
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