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North Korean Hackers Steal Over 659 Million

January 15, 2025
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North Korean Hacking Groups Steal $659 Million Cryptocurrency in 2024

North Korean state-backed hacking groups have been implicated in a series of cryptocurrency heists, with the United States, South Korea, and Japan issuing a joint statement highlighting the threat. Since 2016, these groups have stolen over $659 million in cryptocurrency, targeting blockchain technology companies worldwide. The latest warning indicates that North Korea continues to aggressively target the cryptocurrency industry using sophisticated tactics, including social engineering attacks and malware like TraderTraitor and AppleJeus. These attacks pose a significant threat to the international financial system, with the DPRK’s cyber program destabilizing global markets and challenging cybersecurity efforts.

In addition to their ongoing cryptocurrency thefts, North Korean hackers have been involved in increasingly sophisticated operations:

In addition to their ongoing cryptocurrency thefts, North Korean hackers have been involved in increasingly sophisticated operations. For example, in July 2024, the DPRK was confirmed to have breached WazirX, India’s largest Bitcoin exchange, resulting in a $235 million loss. Moreover, the hacking group has been behind multiple other attacks in the past, including those targeting exchanges like DMM Bitcoin, Upbit, and Radiant Capital. According to blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis, the DPRK’s hacking efforts have escalated significantly, with the amount of stolen cryptocurrency rising from $660 million in 2023 to $1.34 billion in 2024, marking a 102% increase in the value of stolen assets.

North Korean operatives have also engaged in a covert strategy of infiltrating companies worldwide by posing as U.S.-based IT workers. These hackers, often referred to as “IT warriors,” use stolen identities and advanced AI tools to bypass security checks and secure jobs with companies across the United States and beyond. Once hired, these operatives attempt to install malware on company systems to steal sensitive data. In some cases, like that of KnowBe4, former IT workers have leveraged insider knowledge to extort their employers, threatening to leak stolen information online. These tactics not only disrupt businesses but also introduce significant security risks to global corporations.

In response to the escalating threat, the U.S. State Department is offering rewards of up to $5 million for information that could help dismantle North Korean front companies engaged in illicit remote IT work schemes. These companies, including Yanbian Silverstar and Volasys Silverstar, are estimated to have generated over $88 million in illegal operations. The U.S., Japan, and South Korea have urged private-sector companies, particularly in blockchain and freelance industries, to adopt stronger cyber defenses to mitigate the risk of hiring North Korean operatives. These actions are part of a broader strategy to protect the global economy from the growing cyber threat posed by North Korea’s cyber activities.

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  • North Korean Hacking Groups Steal $659 Million Cryptocurrency in 2024
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