Notes on cyber conflict. Lazarus Group blamed for the Harmony cryptocurrency heist. MedusaLocker warning. Observation of the C2C market. The Crypto Queen cracks the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted.

A massive DDoS attack against Norway was launched by pro-Russian hackers, causing significant disruptions. NATO has established a program to coordinate rapid responses to cyberattacks and will create a cyber rapid response force to increase cyber defense aid to Ukraine. North Korean hackers, known as the Lazarus group, are suspected of stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency to fund weapons programs. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an alert about the MedusaLocker ransomware, urging users to take immediate action to protect themselves. Microsoft has warned of a malware update targeting Linux servers, which could lead to a significant increase in cyber threats. Google has blocked dozens of domains used by hack-for-hire groups, aiming to disrupt their operations. The Israeli-Iranian conflict has escalated in cyberspace, with reports suggesting the Israeli military may have been behind a cyberattack on an Iranian steel plant. The FBI has offered a $100,000 reward for the capture of a fugitive known as the "Cryptoqueen," who is wanted for her involvement in a cryptocurrency fraud scheme. The CyberWire's guest, Jason Clark from Netskope, discusses the dynamic challenges of a remote workforce in the context of cybersecurity.