North Korean infiltrator caught working in Amazon IT department thanks to lag — 110ms keystroke input raises red flags over true location

A North Korean infiltrator was discovered working in Amazon's IT department due to a significant keystroke input lag, raising suspicions about their true location. Amazon's Chief Security Officer revealed that the company has thwarted over 1,800 DPRK infiltration attempts since April 2024, with a 27% increase in attempts each quarter. Amazon's proactive approach to identifying impostors was key in uncovering the imposter, who was remotely controlling a laptop in Arizona. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of foreign entities infiltrating U.S. organizations for various purposes, including espionage and sabotage.