Lazarus Group Exploits Fake LinkedIn Profiles to Target Web3 Developers in Operation 99

The Lazarus Group, a North Korea-linked hacking organization known for high-profile cyberattacks like the WannaCry ransomware, has launched a new operation called Operation 99. This campaign targets software developers in the Web3 and cryptocurrency sectors, aiming to steal sensitive information and deploy malware. According to Ryan Sherstobitoff, Senior Vice President at SecurityScorecard, the attack starts …