New GitLoker-Linked GoIssue Tool Targets GitHub Users for Phishing

SlashNext researchers have discovered a new, sophisticated phishing tool GoIssue targeting GitHub developers. Learn about its capabilities, the impact in case of successful attacks, and how to protect yourself from this growing threat.

Cybersecurity researchers at SlashNext have identified a new threat called GoIssue. This advanced tool, possibly linked to the GitLoker extortion campaign, enables attackers to carry out large-scale phishing attacks aimed at GitHub users.

According to SlashNext’s investigation, shared with Hackread[.]com ahead of publishing on Tuesday, GoIssue can also harvest email addresses from public GitHub profiles.

See more: https://hackread.com/gitloker-goissue-tool-targets-github-phishing-users/

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