Tag: remote access trojan

16 Attack Reports | 0 Vulnerabilities

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Interlock ransomware evolving under the radar

The Interlock ransomware group, active since September 2024, has shown adaptability and innovation in its tactics despite a relatively low victim count. They employ fake browser updates and the ClickFix technique for initial access, followed by a multi-stage attack chain involving PowerShell backdo…

double extortion

remote access trojan

credential stealer

interlock ransomware

powershell backdoor

Published: April 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

NEPTUNE RAT: An advanced Windows RAT with System Destruction Capabilities and Password Exfiltration from 270+ Applications

Neptune RAT, a sophisticated Windows-based remote access trojan, has emerged with advanced capabilities including system destruction and password exfiltration from over 270 applications. It employs PowerShell commands for deployment, leveraging catbox.moe for hosting malicious scripts. The malware …

remote access trojan

Published: April 9, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 24

Analysis of Konni RAT: Stealth, Persistence, and Anti-Analysis Techniques

Konni RAT, a sophisticated remote access Trojan targeting Windows systems, employs a multi-stage attack process using batch files, PowerShell scripts, and VBScript. It exploits Windows Explorer limitations, obfuscates file paths, dynamically generates URLs, and uses temporary files to erase activit…

data exfiltration

multi-stage attack

stealth techniques

remote access trojan

Published: April 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

StilachiRAT analysis: From system reconnaissance to cryptocurrency theft

Microsoft Incident Response researchers discovered a novel remote access trojan named StilachiRAT, demonstrating sophisticated evasion, persistence, and data exfiltration techniques. The malware collects extensive system information, targets cryptocurrency wallet extensions, steals browser credenti…

credential theft

cryptocurrency theft

command and control

remote access trojan

system reconnaissance

Published: March 17, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2023-36884

Downloadable IOCs: 2

New Steganographic Campaign Distributing Multiple Malware Variants

A sophisticated steganographic campaign has been observed distributing multiple stealer malware variants, including Remcos, DcRAT, AgentTesla, and VIPKeyLogger. The infection chain begins with a phishing email containing an Excel file that exploits CVE-2017-0199. This leads to the download of an HT…

process hollowing

remote access trojan

Published: March 17, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2017-0199

Downloadable IOCs: 13

Unmasking GrassCall Campaign: The Hackers Behind Job Recruitment Cyber Scams

The GrassCall malware campaign, orchestrated by the Russian-speaking cybercriminal group 'Crazy Evil,' targets job seekers in the cryptocurrency and Web3 sectors. The attackers create fake companies and job postings, luring victims into downloading malicious software disguised as a video conferenci…

social engineering

atomic macos stealer

remote access trojan

job recruitment scam

russian-speaking cybercriminals

Published: March 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

APT37 - RokRat

APT37, a North Korean state-sponsored hacking group, has expanded its operations to target users on Windows and Android platforms through phishing campaigns. The group's attack vector involves malicious LNK files distributed via group chat platforms. The infection process begins with phishing email…

remote access trojan

Published: March 12, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 9

Trump Cryptocurrency Delivers ConnectWise RAT

An email campaign impersonating Binance is offering fake TRUMP coins to lure victims into downloading a malicious 'Binance Desktop' application, which actually installs ConnectWise RAT. The attackers have created a convincing web page mimicking Binance's interface to host the malware download. Once…

social engineering

remote access trojan

cryptocurrency scam

binance impersonation

connectwise rat

Published: March 11, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 1

From Credit Card Skimming to Exploiting Zero-Days

XE Group, a cybercriminal organization active since 2013, has evolved from credit card skimming to exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities. The group initially focused on web vulnerabilities and supply chain attacks but has now shifted to targeted information theft in manufacturing and distribution sec…

supply-chain-attack

information-theft

remote-access-trojan

persistent-access

Published: February 3, 2025

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-57968 (CVSS 9.9), CVE-2025-25181 (CVSS 5.8), CVE-2019-18935, CVE-2017-9248

Downloadable IOCs: 17

AsyncRAT Reloaded: Using Python and TryCloudflare for Malware Delivery Again

A new AsyncRAT malware campaign has been identified, utilizing malicious payloads delivered through TryCloudflare quick tunnels and Python packages. The attack chain begins with a phishing email containing a Dropbox URL, leading to a ZIP file with an internet shortcut. This triggers a series of dow…

process injection

evasion techniques

remote access trojan

Published: February 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Analysis of AsyncRAT's Infection Tactics via Open Directories

This analysis explores two distinct methods used to infect systems with AsyncRAT through open directories. The first technique involves a multi-stage process using various obfuscated scripts (VBS, BAT, PowerShell) and disguised files to download and execute the AsyncRAT payload. The second method e…

remote access trojan

multi-stage infection

scheduled tasks

open directories

Published: November 7, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 15

RunningRAT’s Next Move: From Remote Access to Crypto Mining for Profit

RunningRAT, a remote access trojan initially observed in 2018 targeting the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, has evolved its capabilities to include cryptocurrency mining. This shift indicates an expansion of the malware's operational focus. The analysis reveals the discovery of RunningRAT samples in o…

cryptocurrency mining

remote access trojan

Published: November 6, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 11

ValleyRAT Insights: Tactics, Techniques, and Detection Methods

ValleyRAT is a remote access Trojan targeting Chinese-speaking users through phishing campaigns. It employs multi-stage, multi-component tactics to evade detection and maintain persistence. The malware uses various techniques including process injection, registry manipulation, and UAC bypass. It at…

remote access trojan

chinese-speaking targets

Published: October 25, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

DarkComet RAT: Technical Analysis of Attack Chain

This analysis examines the Remote Access Trojan (RAT) DarkComet, detailing its capabilities, distribution methods, and technical operations. The malware alters file attributes, establishes communication with malicious domains, modifies process privileges, and gathers system information. It employs …

privilege escalation

command and control

remote access trojan

Published: October 23, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

Gophish Framework Used in Phishing Campaigns to Deploy Remote Access Trojans

A new phishing campaign targeting Russian-speaking users employs the open-source Gophish framework to deliver DarkCrystal RAT and a novel remote access trojan called PowerRAT. The attack utilizes modular infection chains, either through malicious Microsoft Word documents or HTML files with embedded…

darkcrystal rat

russian-speaking

remote access trojan

Published: October 22, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

DarkVision RAT

DarkVision RAT is a customizable remote access trojan that first appeared in 2020, offered on Hack Forums for $60. Written in C/C++ and assembly, it offers features like keylogging, screenshots, file manipulation, process injection, remote code execution, and password theft. The analysis reveals a …

c2 communication

multi-stage attack

remote access trojan

Published: October 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

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