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North Korea hackers likely behind GMO Internet Group data leak

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A recent investigation into a significant data leak at Japan's GMO Internet Group has identified a North Korea-linked hacking group as the likely perpetrator. Security analysis of the malware and digital traces left behind points to this conclusion. Japanese defense officials have pledged to enhance cooperation in addressing cyber threats following this incident. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster describes a cyberattack and data leak, which falls under the 'tool' category as it relates to security incidents and their attribution.

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North Korea hackers likely behind GMO Internet Group data leak

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kyodo ·

    North Korea hackers behind Japan’s massive GMO data leak, investigation finds

    An analysis by Japan’s GMO Internet Group found that a North Korea-linked hacking group was likely behind the cyberattack on the company last month, sources close to the matter said, citing characteristics of the malware used and other traces left by the perpetrators. The company…

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