Weekly: Microsoft Deprecates VBScript, Common Infostealers, GhostEngine Cryptominer, BlackSuit Attack Analysis
- Author
- ReliaQuest
- Published
- Thu 30 May 2024
- Episode Link
- None
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/
