Cybercrime Without Borders: Investigating Lumma’s Shadow Network

Cybersecurity researchers are closely analyzing the origins and operations of Lumma Malware, a sophisticated Trojan stealer that surfaced on Russian-language cybercrime forums in 2022. While no direct evidence links the Russian government to Lumma’s creation or financing, experts continue investigating whether state actors might indirectly support these cybercriminal operations through legal tolerance or strategic oversight. Lumma Stealer operates as a Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS), allowing cybercriminals to rent access rather than develop their own malware. Distributed through Russian-language underground forums and Telegram channels, Lumma quickly became popular due to its ability to steal credentials, banking details, and cryptocurrency assets. Cybersecurity experts have … Continue reading Cybercrime Without Borders: Investigating Lumma’s Shadow Network