Iranian hackers target aviation, software sectors with malware

A state-sponsored Iranian hacking group known as Nimbus Manticore has launched a new cyber campaign using phishing emails and search engine manipulation. The attackers impersonate legitimate organizations in aviation and software industries to target users across the United States, Europe, and Middle East. The campaign deploys malware variants called MiniFast and MiniJunk V2. Security researchers attribute this activity to geopolitical tensions following military operations in late February 2026. The group uses deceptive tactics to trick victims into downloading malicious files. Indian users should remain cautious of suspicious emails claiming to be from aviation or software companies and verify sender authenticity before opening attachments. Source: Cybersecurity News.