Ghostnet

GhostNet refers to a covert cyber espionage operation identified in 2009, where hackers infiltrated computers mainly in countries like India and the Philippines. Using targeted malware, they accessed sensitive information from government and institutional systems, often without detection. Think of it as a secret spying network operating through infected computers, allowing bad actors to gather intelligence secretly. The operation highlighted the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, emphasizing the importance of strong cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data from covert surveillance activities.