Info Security Magazine
3 years, 1 month ago
"PowerDrop" PowerShell Malware Targets US Aerospace Industry
Adlumin said the malware combines elements of off-the-shelf threats and APT tactics
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Aviation encompasses the operation and support of aircraft, including flight control systems, air traffic management, and airport infrastructure. These systems rely on real-time data exchange for navigation, communication, and passenger processing, requiring continuous availability and data integrity to maintain safe and orderly air travel.
Information security in aviation focuses on preventing unauthorized access to avionics and air traffic control networks, which could disrupt flight operations or compromise safety. Key risks include manipulation of navigation data, interference with pilot-controller communications, and exposure of sensitive passenger information. Defenses emphasize strict access controls, network segmentation between operational and administrative systems, and monitoring for anomalies that could indicate cyber threats affecting flight safety or operational continuity.
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The Hacker News
3 years, 1 month ago
New PowerDrop Malware Targeting U.S. Aerospace Industry
An unknown threat actor has been observed targeting the U.S. aerospace industry with a new PowerShell-based malware called PowerDrop
Bleeping Computer
3 years, 1 month ago
New 'PowerDrop' PowerShell malware targets U.S. aerospace industry
A new PowerShell malware script named 'PowerDrop' has been discovered to be used in attacks targeting the U.S. aerospace defense industry. [...]
Dark Reading
3 years, 1 month ago
US Aerospace Contractor Hacked With 'PowerDrop' Backdoor
Hackers used a little to do a lot, cracking a high-value target with hardly more than the living-off-the-land tools (PowerShell especially) found on any standard Windows computer.