A new cyber espionage campaign named Zipline has been identified targeting critical manufacturing companies worldwide. This campaign employs sophisticated tactics to infiltrate and compromise manufacturing networks, aiming to steal sensitive intellectual property and disrupt operations. The attackers use a combination of spear-phishing emails and custom malware to gain initial access and maintain persistence within targeted environments. Zipline's operators are believed to be a well-resourced threat group with a focus on industrial espionage. The campaign highlights the increasing risks faced by the manufacturing sector, which is becoming a prime target for cybercriminals due to its critical role in global supply chains. Organizations are urged to enhance their cybersecurity posture by implementing robust email filtering, network segmentation, and continuous monitoring to detect and respond to such threats promptly. This article delves into the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by the Zipline campaign, the potential impact on affected companies, and recommended mitigation strategies to safeguard against similar attacks in the future.
This Cyber News was published on cybersecuritynews.com. Publication date: Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:20:16 +0000