British companies are being advised to conduct in-person or video job interviews for IT positions due to concerns about fake employees from North Korea. Analysts warn this tactic has become prevalent in the UK as North Korean operatives seek to exploit remote work arrangements, especially in sensitive sectors like defense. Google’s Threat Intelligence group highlights that these fraudulent workers are threatening to leak sensitive data once dismissed. The method involves facilitators providing false identities to help maintain the operations, indicating a sophisticated network behind the deception.
The tactics of North Korea’s cyber operatives have evolved, with analysts warning that the UK has become a prime target for hiring hoax IT workers.
John Hultquist stated that North Korea is increasingly focused on the UK for its IT worker tactic due to increased pressures in the US.
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