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S. Korea, U.S., 9 other countries issue joint alert on N. Korean IT workers
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S. Korea, U.S., 9 other countries issue joint alert on N. Korean IT workers

Eleven countries, including South Korea, the United States, Japan, and others, issued a joint alert warning about North Korean IT workers who are allegedly using their skills to generate revenue for Pyongyang's weapons programs. The alert highlights how these workers impersonate foreign nationals to gain employment and earn income through online platforms, often remitting funds back to North Korea. It notes that these individuals pose security risks by engaging in data theft, cryptocurrency fraud, and insider threats. The countries urged businesses and governments to enhance identity verification processes and comply with UN resolutions requiring the repatriation of North Korean citizens working abroad. The alert also warns that hiring such workers could lead to legal repercussions in multiple nations.

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S. Korea, U.S., 9 other countries issue joint alert on N. Korean IT workers

Eleven countries, including South Korea, the United States, Japan, and others, issued a joint alert warning about North Korean IT workers who are allegedly using their skills to generate revenue for Pyongyang's weapons programs. The alert highlights how these workers impersonate foreign nationals to gain employment and earn income through online platforms, often remitting funds back to North Korea. It notes that these individuals pose security risks by engaging in data theft, cryptocurrency fraud, and insider threats. The countries urged businesses and governments to enhance identity verification processes and comply with UN resolutions requiring the repatriation of North Korean citizens working abroad. The alert also warns that hiring such workers could lead to legal repercussions in multiple nations.

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