North Korean Hackers
Coverage of North Korean Hackers in the Nexus archive.
- A Security Pro Hacked North Korean Hackers. He Found They’d Breached Hundreds of Networks Worldwide
Researcher Vangelis Stykas gained access to North Korean hackers' servers for nearly two years, revealing their global intrusions into hundreds of networks.
- Crypto hacks fell 47% in H1 but ecosystem is no safer: CertiK
Crypto hacks decreased by 47% in H1, but Q2 saw a 59% rise in exploits to $807.5 million, driven by attacks on KelpDAO and Drift Protocol attributed to North Korean hackers.
- Microsoft links Mastra AI supply chain attack to North Korean hackers
Microsoft has attributed a recent Mastra AI supply chain attack, which compromised over 140 npm packages, to the North Korean hacking group Sapphire Sleet, also known as BlueNoroff.
- North Korean Hackers Have Stolen $6 Billion in Crypto—Including 76% of 2026's Spoils: TRM
North Korean hackers linked to Pyongyang have stolen $6 billion in cryptocurrency, including 76% of 2026's reported spoils. In April, they drained $577 million from two DeFi platforms, highlighting a growing threat to crypto markets.
- North Korean hackers siphon more than $12 million from crypto users in sprawling campaign
North Korean hackers stole over $12 million in cryptocurrency from users in the first three months of 2026 through malware attacks targeting personal devices, according to researchers.
- AI Tools Are Helping Mediocre North Korean Hackers Steal Millions
North Korean hackers used AI tools to develop malware and create fake company websites, stealing up to $12 million in three months. The group leveraged AI for tasks like 'vibe coding' to enhance their cyberattacks.