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Infostealer Malware FormBook Spread via Phishing Campaign – Part I

A phishing campaign delivering a malicious Word document exploiting CVE-2017-11882 was observed spreading a new FormBook variant. The campaign tricks recipients into opening an attached document, which extracts a 64-bit DLL file and exploits the vulnerability to execute it. The DLL acts as a downlo…

phishing

infostealer

microsoft equation editor

Published: April 22, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2017-11882

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Cascading Shadows: An Attack Chain Approach to Avoid Detection and Complicate Analysis

A multi-layered attack chain was uncovered in December 2024, employing distinct stages to deliver malware like Agent Tesla variants, Remcos RAT, or XLoader. The campaign uses phishing emails posing as order release requests with malicious attachments. The attack chain leverages multiple execution p…

Published: April 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Slow Pisces Targets Developers With Coding Challenges and Introduces New Customized Python Malware

Slow Pisces, a North Korean state-sponsored threat group, is targeting cryptocurrency developers through LinkedIn with malicious coding challenges. The group impersonates recruiters and sends malware disguised as project tasks, infecting systems with RN Loader and RN Stealer. Their campaign uses Gi…

Published: April 14, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 41

Lumma Stealer Malware Thrives as Unique Patterns Uncovered in the Infostealer's Domain Clusters

Recent research reveals Lumma Stealer command and control domain clusters share specific technical characteristics, enabling mapping of entire infrastructure clusters. The infostealer's logs are being shared for free on Leaky[.]pro, a new hacking forum, offering billions of stolen credential record…

Published: February 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Targeting of freelance developers

North Korea-aligned cybercriminals are targeting freelance software developers through fake job offers and coding challenges containing malware. The campaign, dubbed DeceptiveDevelopment, uses two main malware families - BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret - to steal cryptocurrency wallets and login cre…

Published: February 21, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Malicious Signal, Line, and Gmail Installers Target Chinese-Speaking Users with Backdoors

A malicious campaign is targeting Chinese-speaking users by distributing backdoored executables through fake download pages for popular apps like Signal, Line, and Gmail. The attackers use seemingly unrelated domain names and rely on search engine manipulation to lure victims. The malware follows a…

backdoor

infostealer

search engine manipulation

Published: February 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Stealers on the Rise: A Closer Look at a Growing macOS Threat

This analysis examines the increasing prevalence of macOS infostealers, focusing on three prominent threats: Atomic Stealer, Poseidon Stealer, and Cthulhu Stealer. These malware variants target sensitive information, including financial details, credentials, and intellectual property. The article d…

Published: February 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 26

Fileless Python InfoStealer Targeting Exodus

A new Python-based info stealer targeting the Exodus crypto wallet has been discovered. This malware employs fileless techniques, clipboard monitoring, and keylogging to capture wallet passwords and sensitive data. It checks for the existence of 'passphrase.json' and, if not found, uses a keylogger…

Published: January 28, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 1

Infostealer LummaC2 Spreading Through Fake CAPTCHA Verification Page

A new distribution method for the LummaC2 infostealer malware has been identified, using a fake CAPTCHA verification page. The process begins with a deceptive authentication screen that copies a malicious command to the clipboard when users click 'I'm not a robot'. This command executes an obfuscat…

Published: January 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Increase in Distribution of AutoIt Compile Malware via Phishing Emails

The distribution of malware compiled with AutoIt has been rapidly increasing, surpassing .NET-type malware. AutoIt, a scripting language for Windows automation, is preferred due to its ease of compilation into EXE files and fewer dependencies. The trend began in August 2024, with AutoIt malware nea…

Published: January 10, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 3

Python-Based NodeStealer Version Targets Facebook Ads Manager

The latest variant of NodeStealer has evolved from JavaScript to Python, expanding its data theft capabilities. Trend Micro's MXDR team uncovered this advanced version in a campaign targeting a Malaysian educational institution, linked to a Vietnamese threat group. The malware now targets Facebook …

Published: December 19, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 5

VIPKeyLogger Infostealer in the Wild

A new infostealer called VIPKeyLogger has been observed with increased activity. It shares similarities with Snake Keylogger and is distributed through phishing campaigns. The malware is delivered as an archive or Microsoft 365 file attachment, which downloads and executes a .NET compiled file. VIP…

Published: December 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Malicious PyPI crypto pay package aiocpa implants infostealer code

ReversingLabs detected a malicious package named 'aiocpa' on PyPI, engineered to compromise cryptocurrency wallets. Unlike typical attacks, the actors published their own crypto client tool to attract users before compromising them through a malicious update. The package appeared legitimate, with m…

software supply chain

2024-11-29

threat hunting

Published: November 29, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

RobotDropper Automates the Delivery of Multiple Infostealers

A phishing campaign is distributing Trojanized MSI files that use DLL sideloading to execute LegionLoader, a malicious program that delivers multiple infostealers. The campaign is widespread, with over 400 unique malicious MSI files identified since June 2024. Victims are targeted globally through …

Published: November 26, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 5

An NPM and PyPI Malicious Campaign Targeting Windows Users

Datadog Security Research has uncovered an ongoing supply chain attack targeting both npm and PyPi package repositories, tracked as MUT-8694. This campaign uses malicious packages to deliver infostealer malware to Windows users, leveraging legitimate services like GitHub and repl.it for payload hos…

Published: November 26, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 11

Life on a crooked RedLine: Analyzing the infamous infostealer's backend

This article provides an in-depth analysis of RedLine Stealer, a notorious information-stealing malware. The research focuses on previously undocumented backend modules and the control panel used by affiliates. Key findings include the identification of over 1,000 unique IP addresses hosting RedLin…

windows communication framework

backend analysis

Published: November 17, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Fake AI video generators infect Windows, macOS with infostealers

Threat actors are using fake AI image and video generators to distribute Lumma Stealer and AMOS information-stealing malware on Windows and macOS. These malicious programs masquerade as an AI application called EditProAI, targeting users through search results and social media advertisements. The m…

Published: November 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Malware Spotlight: A Deep-Dive Analysis of WezRat

Check Point Research provides a comprehensive analysis of WezRat, a custom modular infostealer attributed to the Iranian cyber group Emennet Pasargad. The malware has been active for over a year, targeting organizations in multiple countries. WezRat's capabilities include executing commands, taking…

Published: November 14, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

InfoStealer Malware Attacking Meta Business Page To Steal Logins

A sophisticated malvertising campaign is distributing the SYS01 infostealer malware through Meta's advertising platform. The attackers impersonate trusted brands and popular software, targeting primarily senior male demographics. The malware, designed to steal personal data and credentials, is dist…

Threat actors use copyright infringement phishing lure to deploy infostealers

An unknown threat actor is conducting a phishing campaign targeting Facebook business and advertising account users in Taiwan. The campaign uses emails impersonating legal departments, claiming copyright infringement to lure victims into downloading malware. The attackers abuse Google's Appspot dom…

Published: October 31, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Strela Stealer Targets Europe Stealthily Via WebDav

Strela Stealer, first identified by DCSO in late 2022, is a type of information-stealing malware primarily designed to exfiltrate email account credentials from widely used email clients, including Microsoft Outlook and Mozilla Thunderbird. This malware initially targeted Spanish-speaking users thr…

Published: October 30, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 103

Tenacious Pungsan: A DPRK threat actor linked to Contagious Interview

Datadog Security Research discovered three malicious npm packages: passports-js, bcrypts-js, and blockscan-api, containing BeaverTail malware associated with North Korean threat actors. The packages, downloaded 323 times, targeted job-seekers in the US tech industry through a campaign named Contagi…

software supply chain

namesquatting

Published: October 25, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

The Will of D: A Deep Dive into Divulge Stealer, Dedsec Stealer, and Duck Stealer

This analysis examines three emerging malware threats: Divulge Stealer, DedSec Stealer, and Duck Stealer. These stealers, often promoted on platforms like GitHub and Telegram, target browser data, game information, and sensitive personal details. Divulge Stealer, a successor to Umbral Stealer, feat…

Published: October 21, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

ClickFix tactic: The Phantom Meet

This analysis explores the ClickFix social engineering tactic that emerged in 2024, focusing on a cluster impersonating Google Meet pages to distribute malware. The tactic tricks users into running malicious code by displaying fake error messages. The investigated cluster targets both Windows and m…

Published: October 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 171

Beware of phishing emails impersonating major domestic entertainment agencies

ASEC (AhnLab Security Intelligence Center) has recently confirmed that phishing emails impersonating large domestic entertainment agencies are being distributed domestically.

Published: October 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Observes Targeted Attacks Amid FBI Warnings

The report details targeted attacks observed by Jamf Threat Labs that align with FBI warnings about the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) targeting individuals in the crypto industry through social engineering tactics for malware delivery. It outlines attack scenarios involving malicious…

Published: September 17, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 8

A SOC Team’s Guide to Detecting macOS Atomic Stealers

This article provides an analysis of the Atomic Infostealer malware family, which has been targeting macOS users throughout 2024. It discusses the various evolving variants, such as Amos, Banshee, Cthulu, Poseidon, and RodrigoStealer, developed and distributed by competing threat actor groups. The …

Published: September 13, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

There's Something About CryptBot: Yet Another Silly Stealer

This report provides an in-depth technical analysis of a new variant of the CryptBot infostealer, dubbed Yet Another Silly Stealer (YASS). It details the delivery chain, involving the MustardSandwich downloader, and dissects the YASS payload's functionalities, including its data gathering, encrypti…

Published: September 11, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 13

Atomic macOS Stealer leads sensitive data theft on macOS

The report discusses the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), an infostealer malware targeting macOS systems. It is designed to steal sensitive information like passwords, cookies, cryptocurrency wallets, and other data from infected machines. The malware is distributed through malvertising, SEO poisoning,…

Published: September 9, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 17

Emansrepo Stealer: Multi-Vector Attack Chains

A Python infostealer named Emansrepo has been observed since November 2023, distributed via phishing emails containing fake purchase orders and invoices. The malware steals browser data, credit card information, and files, sending them to the attacker's email. The attack chain has evolved, becoming…

Published: September 4, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 42

Exploring AsyncRAT and Infostealer Plugin Delivery Through…

This analysis details an AsyncRAT infection observed in August 2024, delivered via email. The attack chain involves a Windows Script File that downloads and executes various scripts, ultimately leading to the installation of AsyncRAT with an infostealer plugin. The malware targets multiple browsers…

cryptocurrency wallets

browser data theft

Published: September 2, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-7593 (CVSS 9.8), CVE-2024-28986

Downloadable IOCs: 8

A Comprehensive Analysis of Angry Stealer: Rage Stealer in a New Disguise

CYFIRMA's research team recently identified a sophisticated dropper binary designed to deploy an information stealer, dubbed 'Angry Stealer,' actively advertised on Telegram and other online platforms. The stealer targets sensitive data from browsers, cryptocurrency wallets, VPN credentials, and sy…

Published: August 28, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Decoding the Stealthy Memory-Only Malware

This intelligence report provides an in-depth analysis of a complex, multi-stage malware campaign called PEAKLIGHT. It details the infection chain, starting with movie lure ZIP files containing malicious LNK files that initiate a JavaScript dropper. This dropper then executes a PowerShell downloade…

Published: August 23, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 23

Ailurophile: G DATA has sighted a new info stealer in the wild

G DATA has detected a novel information-stealing malware, dubbed 'Ailurophile Stealer'. It is a PHP-based stealer offered through a subscription model on its dedicated website. Customers utilize a web panel to generate customized malware variants, specifying features such as the malware name, icon,…

Published: August 19, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Beyond the wail: deconstructing the BANSHEE infostealer

This analysis details the BANSHEE malware, a macOS-based infostealer that targets system information, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallets. Developed by Russian threat actors, it operates across macOS x86_64 and ARM64 architectures. The malware is designed to evade detection through anti-debugg…

Published: August 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Campaign uses infostealers and clippers for financial gain

Kaspersky has uncovered a complex malware campaign orchestrated by Russian-speaking cybercriminals. The threat actors create sub-campaigns mimicking legitimate projects, using social media to enhance credibility. They host initial downloaders on Dropbox to deliver infostealers like Danabot and Stea…

Published: August 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 68

InfoStealer Uses SwiftUI, OpenDirectory API to Capture Passwords

This report analyzes a new macOS stealer malware that leverages SwiftUI for password prompts and the OpenDirectory API for verifying captured passwords. It utilizes APIs to evade detection and carries out malicious operations in distinct stages, first executing a Swift-based dropper that displays a…

Published: August 9, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

LummaC2 Malware Abusing the Game Platform 'Steam'

The report investigates LummaC2, an infostealer malware actively distributed under the guise of illegal software. It highlights LummaC2's tactics of utilizing encrypted strings and abusing legitimate websites like Steam to acquire command-and-control (C2) domains. The malware steals sensitive user …

Published: July 26, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 21

RAFEL RAT, ANDROID MALWARE FROM ESPIONAGE TO RANSOMWARE OPERATIONS

Check Point Research has identified multiple threat actors utilizing Rafel, an open-source remote administration tool (RAT). The discovery of an espionage group leveraging Rafel in their operations was of particular significance, as it indicates the tool’s efficacy across various threat actor profi…

Published: June 20, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Fickle Stealer Distributed via Multiple Attack Chain

In May 2024, FortiGuard Labs observed a Rust-based stealer. In addition to its intricate code, the stealer is distributed using a variety of strategies and has a flexible way of choosing its target.

Published: June 20, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 53

New Agent Tesla Campaign Targeting Spanish-Speaking People

This report analyzes a phishing campaign spreading a new Agent Tesla variant designed to infiltrate victims' computers and steal sensitive information like credentials, email contacts, and system details. It leverages techniques like exploiting Microsoft Office vulnerabilities, executing JavaScript…

Published: June 10, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2017-11882, CVE-2017-0199

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Fake Bahrain Government Android App Steals Personal Data Used for Financial Fraud

An analysis by McAfee's Mobile Research Team uncovered an Android InfoStealer malware masquerading as a government service app in Bahrain. The malicious app, promoted through deceitful Facebook pages and SMS messages, tricks users into providing personal information like CPR numbers, phone numbers,…

Published: June 3, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Analysis of APT Attack Cases Using Dora RAT Against Companies

This analysis discusses an APT campaign by the Andariel threat group targeting Korean companies and educational institutions. The campaign employed various malware strains, including Nestdoor backdoor, Dora RAT, keyloggers, infostealers, and proxy tools. The attackers exploited vulnerabilities, suc…

Published: May 30, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2021-44228

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Unmasking AsukaStealer: The $80 Malware Threatening Digital Security

AsukaStealer, a malware offered for $80 on a Russian cybercrime forum, is designed to infiltrate popular browsers and extract sensitive data like credentials, cookies, and extension data. It also targets cryptocurrency wallets, messaging platforms, and gaming software. The malware employs customiza…

infostealer

2024-05-30

asukastealer

Published: May 30, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Threat actors ride the hype for newly released Arc browser

The release of the Arc browser for Windows sparked interest among cyber criminals who quickly launched a malvertising campaign impersonating the new software. The scheme uses Google search ads to lure potential victims with fake Arc installers. These installers employ various techniques, including …

Published: May 28, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 9

Analysis of APT attack cases targeting domestic companies using Dora RAT (Andariel Group)

AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) recently confirmed that the Andariel group carried out APT attacks on domestic companies and institutions. The targeted organizations included manufacturing companies, construction firms, and educational institutions. The attackers employed backdoors, keyl…

Published: May 20, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Profiling Trafficers: Cerberus

This analysis delves into the activities of a group of malware operators known as Cerberus (formerly Amnesia) Team, who specialize in spreading infostealers, particularly in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region. It provides insights into their operations, tactics, and the evolution o…

dracula stealer (samurai)

2024-05-09

2024-05-10

Published: May 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 24

macOS Cuckoo Stealer | Ensuring Detection and Defense as New Samples Rapidly Emerge

This analysis discusses the emergence of a new macOS malware family called 'Cuckoo Stealer', which acts as an infostealer and spyware. It describes Cuckoo Stealer's main features, logic, and provides indicators of compromise to assist threat hunters and defenders. The malware employs techniques lik…

Published: May 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Malware: Behaves Like Cross Between Infostealer and Spyware

On April 24, 2024, we found a previously undetected malicious Mach-O binary programmed to behave like a cross between spyware and an infostealer. We have named the malware Cuckoo, after the bird that lays its eggs in the nests of other birds and steals the host's resources for the gain of its young.

Published: May 3, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 18

Scaly Wolf’s new loader: the right tool for the wrong job

The report analyzes a recent campaign by the Scaly Wolf threat group targeting organizations in Russia and Belarus. The group employs phishing emails disguised as communications from government agencies, containing legitimate documents and password-protected archives with malicious executables. The…

Published: May 2, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 23

Eight Arms to Hold You: The Cuttlefish Malware

The Black Lotus Labs team at Lumen Technologies is tracking a malware platform named Cuttlefish, targeting enterprise-grade small office/home office (SOHO) routers. This modular malware primarily steals authentication material from web requests transiting the router. It can also perform DNS and HTT…

Published: May 2, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 40

Distribution of Infostealer Made With Electron

AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) has discovered an Infostealer malware strain developed using the Electron framework, which allows the creation of applications using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. The malware is distributed through Nullsoft Scriptable Install System (NSIS) installer format. O…

Published: April 30, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

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Attack reports

Infostealer Malware FormBook Spread via Phishing Campaign – Part I

Cascading Shadows: An Attack Chain Approach to Avoid Detection and Complicate Analysis

Slow Pisces Targets Developers With Coding Challenges and Introduces New Customized Python Malware

A Deep Dive into Strela Stealer and how it Targets European Countries

Shuckworm Targets Foreign Military Mission Based in Ukraine

BeaverTail and Tropidoor Malware Distributed via Recruitment Emails

PJobRAT makes a comeback, takes another crack at chat apps

CVE-2025-26633: How Water Gamayun Weaponizes MUIPath using MSC EvilTwin

Fake Cloudflare Verification Results in LummaStealer Trojan Infections

Infostealer Campaign against ISPs

Lumma Stealer Malware Thrives as Unique Patterns Uncovered in the Infostealer's Domain Clusters

Targeting of freelance developers

Malicious Signal, Line, and Gmail Installers Target Chinese-Speaking Users with Backdoors

Stealers on the Rise: A Closer Look at a Growing macOS Threat

Fileless Python InfoStealer Targeting Exodus

Infostealer LummaC2 Spreading Through Fake CAPTCHA Verification Page

Increase in Distribution of AutoIt Compile Malware via Phishing Emails

Python-Based NodeStealer Version Targets Facebook Ads Manager

VIPKeyLogger Infostealer in the Wild

Malicious PyPI crypto pay package aiocpa implants infostealer code

RobotDropper Automates the Delivery of Multiple Infostealers

An NPM and PyPI Malicious Campaign Targeting Windows Users

Life on a crooked RedLine: Analyzing the infamous infostealer's backend

Fake AI video generators infect Windows, macOS with infostealers

Malware Spotlight: A Deep-Dive Analysis of WezRat

InfoStealer Malware Attacking Meta Business Page To Steal Logins

Threat actors use copyright infringement phishing lure to deploy infostealers

Strela Stealer Targets Europe Stealthily Via WebDav

Tenacious Pungsan: A DPRK threat actor linked to Contagious Interview

The Will of D: A Deep Dive into Divulge Stealer, Dedsec Stealer, and Duck Stealer

ClickFix tactic: The Phantom Meet

Beware of phishing emails impersonating major domestic entertainment agencies

Observes Targeted Attacks Amid FBI Warnings

A SOC Team’s Guide to Detecting macOS Atomic Stealers

There's Something About CryptBot: Yet Another Silly Stealer

Atomic macOS Stealer leads sensitive data theft on macOS

Emansrepo Stealer: Multi-Vector Attack Chains

Exploring AsyncRAT and Infostealer Plugin Delivery Through…

A Comprehensive Analysis of Angry Stealer: Rage Stealer in a New Disguise

Decoding the Stealthy Memory-Only Malware

Ailurophile: G DATA has sighted a new info stealer in the wild

Beyond the wail: deconstructing the BANSHEE infostealer

Campaign uses infostealers and clippers for financial gain

InfoStealer Uses SwiftUI, OpenDirectory API to Capture Passwords

LummaC2 Malware Abusing the Game Platform 'Steam'

RAFEL RAT, ANDROID MALWARE FROM ESPIONAGE TO RANSOMWARE OPERATIONS

Fickle Stealer Distributed via Multiple Attack Chain

New Agent Tesla Campaign Targeting Spanish-Speaking People

Fake Bahrain Government Android App Steals Personal Data Used for Financial Fraud

Analysis of APT Attack Cases Using Dora RAT Against Companies

Unmasking AsukaStealer: The $80 Malware Threatening Digital Security

Threat actors ride the hype for newly released Arc browser

Analysis of APT attack cases targeting domestic companies using Dora RAT (Andariel Group)

Profiling Trafficers: Cerberus

macOS Cuckoo Stealer | Ensuring Detection and Defense as New Samples Rapidly Emerge

Malware: Behaves Like Cross Between Infostealer and Spyware

Scaly Wolf’s new loader: the right tool for the wrong job

Eight Arms to Hold You: The Cuttlefish Malware

Distribution of Infostealer Made With Electron