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Chinese hackers use SparroWocky malware in govt espionage attacks

BleepingComputer·September 17, 2026·1 min read
Chinese hackers use SparroWocky malware in govt espionage attacks

The China-linked espionage group FamousSparrow has been using a new backdoor named SparroWocky in attacks on government organizations in Latin America. The malware enables remote access and data theft, targeting sensitive systems. Security researchers warn the campaign is ongoing, with the group likely seeking intelligence from government networks.

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