Security researchers have identified Windows versions of the SprySOCKS malware, previously known as a Linux threat, being deployed against government agencies across multiple countries. The discovery indicates attackers are expanding the malware’s reach beyond Linux environments to compromise Windows infrastructure at public sector organizations.

Why it matters in Western Canada: Canadian government and municipal organizations in Western Canada may face increased risk if SprySOCKS variants are adapted for attacks on domestic institutions, particularly those relying on Windows-based infrastructure for critical operations.

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