Ransomware
HelloKitty
First seen: 2020-12 • Status: active
Currently Active Threat
HelloKitty is famous for attacking the company that made Cyberpunk 2077. They stole game source code.
Overview
HelloKitty notably attacked CD Projekt Red (Cyberpunk 2077 developer). It targets large organizations with double extortion.
Also Known As
FiveHands, DeathKitty
How It Spreads
- • VPN exploitation
- • Initial access
What It Does
- • File encryption
- • Source code theft
- • Gaming company targeting
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Target Platforms
Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi
Detection Tips
- • Monitor for HelloKitty indicators
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1486, T1567
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