Researchers from Google and Mandiant uncovered a cyber-espionage operation that used a Google Sheets spreadsheet for command and control (C2) communications, blending malicious activity with legitimate business traffic.

Earlier attacks and coverage

No earlier related attack in our archive yet.

Business impact

The espionage campaign could lead to data exfiltration, operational disruption, and legal and reputational damage for affected organizations, as sensitive information was potentially compromised.

Industries affected

The incident primarily affected technology and government sectors, but could impact any organization using Google Sheets.

Users affected

Users of Google Sheets, especially those in sensitive industries, may have their data exposed, leading to potential privacy and security risks.

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