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Spark RAT Targets Cambodia, Abuses Vulnerable OPSWAT Driver to Disable Security Tools

Spark RAT targets Cambodia through a multi-stage campaign that uses a vulnerable OPSWAT driver to terminate security processes.

Source AI Summary Published August 27, 2026 Brief Under 1 min brief
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A new cyber‑attack campaign has emerged in Cambodia, targeting individuals and organizations with an open‑source remote access trojan named Spark RAT. The attackers distribute the malware through a variety of lure themes, indicating an effort to attract a wide range of potential victims. The campaign’s use of diverse social engineering tactics suggests the operators are actively tailoring their approach to maximize reach within the Cambodian market.

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