“North Korean IT workers impersonate nationals of other countries to obtain work and income through online platforms operated by private companies for employment, procurement, and contracting of services,” it said. It also warned countries against hosting them: “According to UN Security Council Resolution 2397, all UN Member States must repatriate to North Korea all North Korean nationals earning income in that Member State’s jurisdiction, subject to limited exceptions,” it noted. “We urge all countries, companies, and other entities to deepen their understanding of North Korean IT worker schemes and implement measures to counter the tactics listed,” it said. “Companies operating online platforms should continue to strengthen their countermeasures, such as enhancing identity verification procedures … and detecting suspicious accounts.” The U.S. and its allies have consistently called attention to the threat and remain committed to countering North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs.