An In-depth Analysis of a Nation-Sponsored Attack: Case Study and Cybersecurity Insights

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2409.19194v1
• Date: Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:47:38 GMT
• Title: An In-depth Analysis of a Nation-Sponsored Attack: Case Study and Cybersecurity Insights
• Authors: Puya Pakshad, Abiha Hussain, Maks Dudek, Leen Mobarki, Abel Castilla,
• Abstract summary: Nation-sponsored cyberattacks pose a significant threat to national security. One of the most impactful cyber threats affecting South Korea's banking sector and infrastructure was the Dark Seoul cyberattack. Believed to have been orchestrated by North Korean state-sponsored hackers, the attack caused widespread disruption.
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• Abstract: Nation-sponsored cyberattacks pose a significant threat to national security by targeting critical infrastructure and disrupting essential services. One of the most impactful cyber threats affecting South Korea's banking sector and infrastructure was the Dark Seoul cyberattack, which occurred several years ago. Believed to have been orchestrated by North Korean state-sponsored hackers, the attack employed spear phishing, DNS poisoning, and malware to compromise systems, causing widespread disruption. In this paper, we conduct an in-depth analysis of the Dark Seoul attack, examining the techniques used and providing insights and defense recommendations for the global cybersecurity community. The motivations behind the attack are explored, along with an assessment of South Korea's response and the broader implications for cybersecurity policy. Our analysis highlights the vulnerabilities exploited and underscores the need for more proactive defenses against state-sponsored cyber threats. This paper, therefore, emphasizes the critical need for stronger national cybersecurity defenses in the face of such threats.

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