Firm Hacked After Accidentally Hiring North Korean Cyber Criminal

The article reports on a company that was hacked after unknowingly hiring a North Korean cyber criminal as a remote IT worker. The hacker, who faked his employment history and personal details, gained access to the company’s network, downloaded sensitive data, and issued a ransom demand. This incident highlights the growing threat of North Korean cyber operatives infiltrating Western companies to steal data and extort money.