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Malicious Infrastructure Linked to Illegal Gambling Sites Exposed

Malicious Infrastructure Linked to Illegal Gambling Sites Exposed

First seen 20 Sep 2026, 01:51 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •September 20, 2026 at 02:23 UTC
  • •Infoblox identifies 1.7 million Chinese-language casino sites linked to cyber threats.
  • •Major US cloud providers are hosting infrastructure for these illegal gambling operations.
  • •Online scams from these sites resulted in losses estimated between $88.3 billion and $114.1 billion in 2025.

A report from Infoblox reveals that 1.7 million Chinese-language casino websites are linked to serious cybersecurity threats, including malware distribution and command-and-control operations. These sites often conceal their malicious activities behind the facade of illegal gambling and adult entertainment. They are reportedly supported by major US cloud providers like Amazon and Microsoft, raising concerns about 'infrastructure laundering.' The report highlights that these sites are used for North Korean money laundering and tax evasion, with online scams causing estimated losses of up to $114.1 billion in 2025 across East Asia and Australia. Security experts urge increased scrutiny of these platforms, as they may pose significant risks to users and organizations. The situation is exacerbated by the complexity and confusion surrounding the identification of these sites.

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Timeline

2026-07-01
UNODC report released
The UN Office on Drugs and Crime reports significant financial losses due to online scams in East Asia and Australia.
Theregister
2026-09-15
Infoblox report published
Infoblox reveals the extent of malicious infrastructure tied to illegal gambling sites, urging security community attention.
Theregister
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Security community alerted
Experts call for increased scrutiny of illegal gambling sites due to their potential for malware distribution.
Theregister

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