Ground Self-Defense Force detects malware in USB memory, determined to have been brought personally by personnel
Quick Look
- The Ground Self-Defense Force has announced the results of an investigation into an issue in which malware was detected on a USB memory used internally, indicating that it was brought in individually by a member of the Ground Self-Defense Force.
- However, he explained that he had not been able to confirm the facts regarding how the USB was obtained.
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Why It Matters
The Ground Self-Defense Force manages legally procured USB memory by recording it in a management book, but members are prohibited from bringing in personal USB drives. In this case, malware was detected in the target USB in February of last year and was being investigated.The malware was reportedly registered and used by the Chubu Regional Inspectorate for work related to the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
Malware (malicious software) was detected on a USB memory stick used by the Ground Self-Defense Force, and on the 15th, the Ground Self-Defense Force announced the results of an investigation stating that the USB drive had been brought in by the personnel individually. On the other hand, he explained that ``we have not been able to confirm the facts'' regarding how the USB was obtained.
According to the Ground Self-Defense Force, malware was detected on the target USB in February last year and an investigation was underway. It is said to have been registered and used by the Chubu Regional Inspectorate for work related to the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
The GSDF manages legally procured USBs and other devices by recording them in a management book. It has not been made clear why USBs, which are prohibited from being brought in individually, were included in the control list.
After conducting an investigation with the relevant staff, it was not possible to determine how the USB was obtained. He cited thorough virus checks as measures to prevent recurrence.
Open Questions
- How did you get the USB memory?
- Why was the personal USB listed in the management book used?
- What are the types of malware and infection routes?
