Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a previously undocumented malware called GoSerpent that has been put to use in cyber attacks targeting entities in Southeast Asia since late 2025 with a focus on long-term access and intelligence gathering.
Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky, which uncovered the activity in February 2026, said it was aimed at government and diplomatic entities in According to The Hacker News, cybersecurity researchers have discovered a previously undocumented malware called goserpent that has been put to use in cyber attacks targeting entities in southeast asia since late 2025 with a focus on long-term access and intelligence gathering.
russian cybersecurity company kaspersky, which uncovered the activity in february 2026, said it was aimed at government and diplomatic entities in. The development comes amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny in the sector. The Hacker News reports that this marks a significant milestone for the industry. The The Hacker News report provides additional context on the implications for market participants and regulatory frameworks moving forward.
