Who is Lazarus Group?
Lazarus Group allegedly Claim to be responsible for Bybit Hack
Lazarus Group is one of the most notorious and dangerous hacker groups in the world. It is widely believed to be backed by North Korea and is responsible for cyber espionage, financial theft, and cyber warfare.
Lazarus Group Overview
Country of Origin: North Korea
Affiliation: Allegedly linked to North Korea’s intelligence agency (Reconnaissance General Bureau).
Motive: Financial gain, espionage, and cyber warfare.
Tactics: Malware attacks, phishing, ransomware, crypto heists, and cyber sabotage.
Notable Attacks by Lazarus Group
1. Sony Pictures Hack (2014)
Stole confidential data and leaked emails, scripts, and unreleased movies.
Motivated by Sony’s release of The Interview, a film mocking North Korea.
2. Bangladesh Bank Heist (2016)
Stole $81 million from Bangladesh’s central bank via the SWIFT banking system.
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