Security News > 2020 > January > Iranian Hackers Target U.S. Research Organization in Ongoing Campaign
2020-01-30 19:03
A threat group linked to Iran has targeted a U.S.-based research company whose services are used by businesses and government organizations, cybersecurity firm Intezer reveals.
Specifically, Intezer's security researchers discovered a phishing document masquerading as an employee satisfaction survey tailored to Westat employees.
A research company, Westat works with U.S. government agencies, businesses, foundations, and state and local governments.
With the malware's C&C domain still operational, the researchers believe the attack is likely ongoing.
Responding to a SecurityWeek inquiry, Westat said that none of its employees has received phishing emails carrying the malicious document described in Intezer's report.
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