Tag: defense evasion

This analysis examines two cybersecurity incidents: a web shell attack and a VPN compromise. The web shell attack involved uploading malicious files to a server, executing commands, creating a local admin account, and attempting to establish persistence. The VPN compromise led to lateral movement, …

A global malware campaign targeting mainly Russian-speaking users has been distributing cryptocurrency mining malware through fake software download sites, Telegram channels, and YouTube videos. The multi-stage infection chain uses unusual techniques for persistence and evasion, including hiding ma…

Akira is a prolific ransomware operating since March 2023, targeting multiple industries in North America, the UK, and Australia. It functions as Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) and employs double extortion tactics. Akira has connections to the disbanded Conti group, sharing code similarities and op…