Summary: The U.S. Department of Justice announced the FBI’s successful deletion of Chinese PlugX malware from over 4,200 infected computers across the U.S. This malware, linked to the Mustang Panda group, had been used for cyber espionage against various global targets, including governments and dissident groups. The operation was part of a broader international effort to combat cyber threats, initiated by French law enforcement and supported by Europol.
Threat Actor: Mustang Panda | Mustang Panda
Victim: Various organizations | various organizations
Keypoints :
- The PlugX malware variant had wormable capabilities, allowing it to spread via USB drives.
- The FBI’s operation was part of a global takedown that began in July 2024, involving multiple countries and agencies.
- PlugX has been utilized in cyber espionage since at least 2008, targeting government and political organizations worldwide.