Operation by Gamaredon: Introduction of Android Surveillance Tools “BoneSpy” and “PlainGnome” in Ex-Soviet Territories

Activity by the state-linked threat actor Gamaredon, linked to Russia, has been associated with the emergence of two fresh Android surveillance utilities named BoneSpy and PlainGnome.

Activity by the state-linked threat actor Gamaredon, linked to Russia, has been associated with the emergence of two fresh Android surveillance utilities named BoneSpy and PlainGnome. This circumstance signifies the pioneer instance wherein the aggressor has revealed the use of exclusively mobile-based malicious software in their assault operations.
According to an appraisal by Lookout, “BoneSpy and PlainGnome are tailored towards ex-Soviet territories, predominantly focusing on Russian-speaking targets.” “

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