FIN13 (Elephant Beetle): Viva la Threat! Anatomy of a Fintech Attack
FIN13, also known as Elephant Beetle, is a sophisticated cybercriminal group known for its targeted attacks on financial institutions. This group is distinguished by its methodical and stealthy approach, often remaining undetected within networks for extended periods while it conducts fraudulent transactions and exfiltrates sensitive data.
This whitepaper explores the infamous group and the tactics that they use to infiltrate unexpecting organizations. Learn how NetWitness was able to detect, investigate and respond to the known and unknown threats caused by FIN13.
Key Takeaways:
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FIN13’s methodical approach and use of advanced evasion techniques make their attacks difficult to detect and allow them to remain undetected for extended periods.
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The group’s primary targets are financial institutions, where they conduct fraudulent transactions and steal sensitive data for monetary gain.
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FIN13’s strategic patience and long dwell times within networks enable them to meticulously plan and execute high-impact attacks, causing significant financial and reputational damage to their targets.
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Learn how to detect, investigate and respond to these attacks to mitigate financial and reputational damage.
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