The PolySwarm Blog

Executive Summary

Escalating tensions following Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion” and US “Operation Midnight Hammer” can potentially trigger retaliatory cyberattacks, with IRGC-linked groups targeting US and Israeli critical infrastructure. These state-sponsored actors may deploy sophisticated malware and phishing to disrupt operations and steal intelligence, posing significant risks to global security.

Verticals Targeted: Critical infrastructure
Regions Targeted: Ukraine
Related Families: HermeticWiper (aka FoxBlade, NEARMISS)

Executive Summary

PathWiper is a new wiper malware deployed by a Russia-linked APT, targeting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure with destructive intent. The attack leveraged a legitimate endpoint administration framework, highlighting the persistent cyber threat to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.