Microsoft seizes control of 50 websites used by a North Korea-linked hacking group to carry out cyber attacks on government workers, human rights groups and nuclear activists

Microsoft has taken control of 50 websites owned by a North Korea-linked hacking group that was targeting government workers and nuclear activists.

Microsoft seizes control of 50 websites used by a North Korea-linked hacking group to carry out cyber attacks on government workers, human rights groups and nuclear activists 22836066-7840065-image-a-30_1577793599180

Microsoft seizes control of 50 websites used by a North Korea-linked hacking group to carry out cyber attacks on government workers, human rights groups and nuclear activists 22836066-7840065-image-a-30_1577793599180

The technology giant launched a case in the US District Court against the group code named Thallium to try and stop their operations.

The Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit were tracking and gathering information on Thallium to establish the extent of their network ahead of the December 27 hearing.

They found that the group would infect computers, compromise network security and steal sensitive information from specifically targeted victims.

Other groups targeted by the hackers include peace workers, human rights organisations, university staff and think tanks.

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Microsoft seizes control of 50 websites used by a North Korea-linked hacking group to carry out cyber attacks on government workers, human rights groups and nuclear activists

Microsoft seizes control of 50 websites used by a North Korea-linked hacking group to carry out cyber attacks on government workers, human rights groups and nuclear activists

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