A previously unknown threat actor dubbed NewsPenguin has been linked to a phishing campaign targeting Pakistani entities by leveraging the upcoming international maritime expo as a lure.
“The attacker sent out targeted phishing emails with a weaponized document attached that purports to be an exhibitor manual for PIMEC-23,” the BlackBerry Research and Intelligence Team said.
PIMEC, short for Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference, is an initiative of the Pakistan Navy and is organized by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs with an aim to “jump start development in the maritime sector.” It’s scheduled to be held from February 10-12, 2023.
