Weekly: Microsoft Deprecates VBScript, Common Infostealers, GhostEngine Cryptominer, BlackSuit Attack Analysis

In this episode of ShadowTalk host Corey, along with Gjergji and Brian, discuss the latest news in cyber security and threat research. Topics this week include:

• Microsoft set to begin the deprecation of VBScript in the second half of 2024 
• ReliaQuest research into the top three Infostealers 
• Dive into a new crypto miner dubbed 'GhostEngine' 
• ReliaQuest analysis of a BlackSuit ransomware attack 

Resources:

• https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/vbscript-deprecation-timelines-and-next-steps/ba-p/4148301
• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/common-infostealers/
• https://www.elastic.co/security-labs/invisible-miners-unveiling-ghostengine 
• https://www.reliaquest.com/blog/blacksuit-attack-analysis/