SecuriTricks - sectoprat

Blurring the Lines: Intrusion Shows Connection With Three Major Ransomware Gangs

This intelligence report details a sophisticated cyber intrusion with links to three major ransomware groups: Play, RansomHub, and DragonForce. The attack began with a malicious file impersonating DeskSoft's EarthTime application, which deployed SectopRAT malware. The threat actors used various too…

ransomware

lateral movement

multi-group affiliation

betruger

multi-group operation

Published: September 8, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

CastleLoader Analysis

CastleLoader, a versatile malware loader, has infected 469 devices since May 2025 using Cloudflare-themed ClickFix phishing and fake GitHub repositories. It delivers information stealers and RATs, with a 28.7% infection rate. The malware employs sophisticated techniques, including PowerShell and Au…

Published: August 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Caught in the CAPTCHA: How ClickFix is Weaponizing Verification Fatigue to Deliver RATs & Infostealers

Threat actors are exploiting user fatigue with anti-spam mechanisms through a technique called ClickFix. This method involves compromising websites and embedding fraudulent CAPTCHA images, which, when solved by unsuspecting users, lead to the execution of malicious code. The attack chain typically …

Published: May 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Byte Bandits: How Fake PDF Converters Are Stealing More Than Just Your Documents

A sophisticated malware campaign exploits users' trust in online file conversion tools by impersonating the legitimate service pdfcandy.com. The attack involves fake PDF-to-DOCX converters that trick victims into executing a malicious PowerShell command, leading to the installation of Arechclient2,…

Published: April 15, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Fake Zoom Ends in BlackSuit Ransomware

A malicious website mimicking Zoom led to the installation of a trojanized installer, initiating a multi-stage attack. The initial payload, d3f@ckloader, downloaded additional components, including SectopRAT. After nine days, the threat actor deployed Brute Ratel and Cobalt Strike beacons for later…

Published: March 31, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

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

Tag: sectoprat

Attack reports

Blurring the Lines: Intrusion Shows Connection With Three Major Ransomware Gangs

CastleLoader Analysis

Caught in the CAPTCHA: How ClickFix is Weaponizing Verification Fatigue to Deliver RATs & Infostealers

Byte Bandits: How Fake PDF Converters Are Stealing More Than Just Your Documents

Fake Zoom Ends in BlackSuit Ransomware

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

The Abuse of ITarian RMM by Dolphin Loader

Exploring the D3F@ck Malware-as-a-Service Loader

Multiple Malware Dropped Through MSI Package