Kremlin-backed hackers are exploiting a critical Windows vulnerability that was reported by the NSA. The hackers have deployed a tool called 'GooseEgg' to hijack networks. Microsoft confirms that APT28 hackers are exploiting the same Windows flaw. Russia's Fancy Bear group is also targeting the Windows Print Spooler bug.
Ars Technica: "Kremlin-backed hackers exploit critical Windows vulnerability reported by the NSA" https://t.co/fCGyAblPyI
Russia's Fancy Bear Pummels Windows Print Spooler Bug: https://t.co/CaiVDxrzTo by darkreading #infosec #cybersecurity #technology #news
Microsoft: APT28 hackers exploit Windows flaw reported by NSA https://t.co/1rBiwWpxHS
Russia-Linked Hackers Exploit Windows Zero-Day, Deploy “GooseEgg” to Hijack Networks https://t.co/qgurooPLPW
Kremlin-backed hackers exploit critical Windows vulnerability reported by the NSA https://t.co/GkCbOZ8yao