Jun 03, 2023Ravie LakshmananEndpoint Security / Linux An analysis of the Linux variant of a new ransomware strain called BlackSuit has covered significant similarities with another ransomware family called Royal. Trend Micro, which examined an x64 VMware ESXi version targeting Linux machines, said it identified an "extremely high degree of similarity" between Royal and … [Read more...] about New Linux Ransomware Strain BlackSuit Shows Striking Similarities to Royal
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New GobRAT Remote Access Trojan Targeting Linux Routers in Japan
May 29, 2023Ravie LakshmananLinux / Network Security Linux routers in Japan are the target of a new Golang remote access trojan (RAT) called GobRAT. "Initially, the attacker targets a router whose WEBUI is open to the public, executes scripts possibly by using vulnerabilities, and finally infects the GobRAT," the JPCERT Coordination Center (JPCERT/CC) said in a report … [Read more...] about New GobRAT Remote Access Trojan Targeting Linux Routers in Japan
RTM Locker’s First Linux Ransomware Strain Targeting NAS and ESXi Hosts
Apr 27, 2023Ravie LakshmananLinux / Endpoint Security The threat actors behind RTM Locker have developed a ransomware strain that's capable of targeting Linux machines, marking the group's first foray into the open source operating system. "Its locker ransomware infects Linux, NAS, and ESXi hosts and appears to be inspired by Babuk ransomware's leaked source code," Uptycs … [Read more...] about RTM Locker’s First Linux Ransomware Strain Targeting NAS and ESXi Hosts
SysUpdate Malware Strikes Again with Linux Version and New Evasion Tactics
Mar 02, 2023Ravie LakshmananLinux / Cyber Threat The threat actor known as Lucky Mouse has developed a Linux version of a malware toolkit called SysUpdate, expanding on its ability to target devices running the operating system. The oldest version of the updated artifact dates back to July 2022, with the malware incorporating new features designed to evade security software … [Read more...] about SysUpdate Malware Strikes Again with Linux Version and New Evasion Tactics
New Mirai Botnet Variant ‘V3G4’ Exploiting 13 Flaws to Target Linux and IoT Devices
Feb 17, 2023Ravie LakshmananIoT Security / Cyber Attack A new variant of the notorious Mirai botnet has been found leveraging several security vulnerabilities to propagate itself to Linux and IoT devices. Observed during the second half of 2022, the new version has been dubbed V3G4 by Palo Alto Networks Unit 42, which identified three different campaigns likely conducted by … [Read more...] about New Mirai Botnet Variant ‘V3G4’ Exploiting 13 Flaws to Target Linux and IoT Devices
New shc-based Linux Malware Targeting Systems with Cryptocurrency Miner
Jan 04, 2023Ravie LakshmananLinux / Cryptocurrency A new Linux malware developed using the shell script compiler (shc) has been observed deploying a cryptocurrency miner on compromised systems. "It is presumed that after successful authentication through a dictionary attack on inadequately managed Linux SSH servers, various malware were installed on the target system," AhnLab … [Read more...] about New shc-based Linux Malware Targeting Systems with Cryptocurrency Miner
New Linux Malware Exploiting Over Two Dozen CMS Flaws
Jan 02, 2023Ravie LakshmananWeb Security / Linux WordPress sites are being targeted by a previously unknown strain of Linux malware that exploits flaws in over two dozen plugins and themes to compromise vulnerable systems. "If sites use outdated versions of such add-ons, lacking crucial fixes, the targeted web pages are injected with malicious JavaScripts," Russian security … [Read more...] about New Linux Malware Exploiting Over Two Dozen CMS Flaws
New Chinese Malware Attack Framework Targets Windows, macOS, and Linux Systems
A previously undocumented command-and-control (C2) framework dubbed Alchimist is likely being used in the wild to target Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. "Alchimist C2 has a web interface written in Simplified Chinese and can generate a configured payload, establish remote sessions, deploy payload to the remote machines, capture screenshots, perform remote shellcode … [Read more...] about New Chinese Malware Attack Framework Targets Windows, macOS, and Linux Systems
Researchers Warn of New Go-based Malware Targeting Windows and Linux Systems
A new, multi-functional Go-based malware dubbed Chaos has been rapidly growing in volume in recent months to ensnare a wide range of Windows, Linux, small office/home office (SOHO) routers, and enterprise servers into its botnet. "Chaos functionality includes the ability to enumerate the host environment, run remote shell commands, load additional modules, automatically … [Read more...] about Researchers Warn of New Go-based Malware Targeting Windows and Linux Systems
Chinese Hackers Backdoored MiMi Chat App to Target Windows, Linux, macOS Users
A pair of reports from cybersecurity firms SEKOIA and Trend Micro sheds light on a new campaign undertaken by a Chinese threat actor named Lucky Mouse that involves leveraging a trojanized version of a cross-platform messaging app to backdoor systems. Infection chains leverage a chat application called MiMi, with its installer files compromised to download and install HyperBro … [Read more...] about Chinese Hackers Backdoored MiMi Chat App to Target Windows, Linux, macOS Users