ShadowSilk Hits 35 Organizations in Central Asia and APAC Using Telegram Bots
28.08.2025
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ShadowSilk hit 36 victims across Central Asia and APAC in July, using Telegram bots to exfiltrate government data.
ShadowSilk Hits 35 Organizations in Central Asia and APAC Using Telegram Bots
Hey, listen up – ShadowSilk just went on a rampage, hitting 36 government targets across Central Asia and the Asia-Pacific region in July. They're using slick Telegram bots to sneak out sensitive data, and it's a full-on cyber heist. This isn't your average hack; it's sophisticated, targeted, and straight-up dangerous for national security.
The attacks are focused on government entities, leveraging phishing and malware to steal passwords and exfiltrate critical info. It's a reminder that even encrypted apps like Telegram can be weaponized by threat actors. Stay vigilant, folks – this is next-level espionage stuff.
- • 36 victims targeted in July 2025
- • Regions affected: Central Asia and APAC
- • Method: Telegram bots for data exfiltration
- • Primary targets: Government organizations
- • Associated risks: Data breaches, spyware infections, password theft
#hack#malware#cyber espionage#Telegram#phishing
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