The Rise of Online Casino Spam

Description

This analysis explores the growing prevalence of online casino spam, particularly targeting WordPress websites. The report details a sophisticated malware infection that employs multiple layers of redundancy and reinfection mechanisms. The malware injects spam content into existing pages, stores payloads in databases and non-standard file extensions, and includes failsafes to evade detection and ensure persistence. The rise of online casino spam is attributed to the COVID-19 lockdowns, the decline of essay writing services due to AI chatbots, and the massive profits generated by online gambling. The report also highlights the international focus of these campaigns, especially targeting countries with strict gambling laws, such as Indonesia.