Tag: infostealer

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

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 …

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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.

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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…

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…