IRANIAN HACKERS DEPLOY CHOSEN BRICK MALWARE

Multiple government cybersecurity agencies have issued alerts about the malware campaign attributed to Iranian threat actors. CHOSEN BRICK targets Windows systems and has been observed in attacks against high-risk individuals including political dissidents, human rights activists, and media professionals across multiple countries. The malware enables attackers to conduct surveillance and espionage operations on compromised systems. Security researchers indicate the campaign demonstrates Iran's continued focus on targeting opposition figures and civil society members outside its borders. Agencies recommend that at-risk populations implement robust security practices including system updates, credential protection, and multi-factor authentication. Organizations working with vulnerable populations should conduct network assessments and monitor for indicators of compromise associated with the malware strain.