The Lotus data-wiper malware was used in targeted attacks against Venezuelan energy and utility firms.
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The Lotus data-wiper malware was used in targeted attacks against Venezuelan energy and utility firms.
Parent: CybersecurityEntity: Lotus data-wiper malwareImpact: negativeDate: Apr 21, 2026 - Apr 23, 2026Target: The use of Lotus data-wiper malware in targeted attacks against Venezuelan energy and utility firms
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A previously undocumented data-wiping malware dubbed Lotus was used last year in targeted attacks against energy and utilities organizations in Venezuela.
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-lotus-data-wiper-used-against-venezuelan-energy-utility-firms/
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New Lotus data wiper used against Venezuelan energy, utility firms
https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-lotus-data-wiper-used-against-venezuelan-energy-utility-firms/
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New Lotus data wiper used against Venezuelan energy, utility firms https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-lotus-data-wiper-used-against-venezuelan-energy-utility-firms/
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New Lotus data wiper used against Venezuelan energy, utility firms
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-lotus-data-wiper-used-against-venezuelan-energy-utility-firms/
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