Iran's MuddyWater Targets Orgs With Fresh Malware as Tensions Mount

By Elizabeth Montalbano

AI Summary

Iran's MuddyWater threat group deployed new malware strains including GhostFetch, CHAR, and HTTP_VIP in Operation Olalampo, targeting organizations across the Middle East and Africa starting January 26, 2026. The campaign showcases the group's continued development of fresh attack tools amid escalating regional tensions.

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