@BushidoToken Threat Intel

“ The cloud is not a physical entity, but instead is a vast network of remote servers around the globe which are linked together and meant to operate as a single ecosystem. These servers are designed to either store and manage data, run applications or deliver content or a service such as streaming videos, web email, office productivity software or social media. ” - Microsoft Azure Cloud services are increasingly being leveraged by cybercriminals and advanced persistent threat groups in attack campaigns. These cloud services include consumer accounts for OneDrive, Google Drive, DropBox, compromised SharePoint and GSuite accounts, as well as the Discord CDN. These are leveraged to host malicious files, phishing pages, redirector links, and other parts of attack campaigns. These services are often used for business operations and are regarded as safe by default by most detection systems. Any threat actor can leverage these services for free or could compromise user accounts. The most com...

Nowadays, the internet can be viewed as the closest thing humans have to a predator and prey food chain where it’s truly a free-for-all. One novel method of threat modelling could be to examine what threats prey face in the animal kingdom.  By evaluating what potential predators are out there we can identify vulnerabilities and risks, before they become a threat.  The main aim of this blog is to explain clearly to non-technical people how certain persistent threats exist in the wild with memorable analogies. Updated on 14th June 2026: You can now watch an AI-generated video version of this blog here .  All Artwork is from www.pexels.com The Law of the Jungle The Venus Flytrap is a good example of how prey can be lured in, away from safety, into the clutches of the predators. This carnivorous plant uses a special nectar that entices insects to fall for the trap and end up in its jaws. This process in nature is comparable to that of phishing lures with de...