A new supply chain attack on PyPI is delivering SilentSync, a Python RAT. The malware steals credentials and files from developers' systems.
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A new report uncovers the Pure malware family and its developer, PureCoder, highlighting an eight-day intrusion using the sophisticated PureHVNC RAT.
A new Go-based remote access trojan, ZynorRAT, is targeting Linux and Windows. Its unique command and control is managed entirely through a Telegram bot.
Zscaler has uncovered kkRAT, a new malware targeting Chinese-speaking users. The RAT steals crypto, hijacks clipboards, and uses RMM tools for covert, long-term control.
A new phishing campaign is spreading MostereRAT, a sophisticated RAT that uses a Chinese scripting language and advanced evasion to bypass antivirus and EDR solutions.
A new RAT, disguised as an AI assistant, is using social engineering to infiltrate a role-playing community. The malware provides attackers with full remote control over infected PCs.
A new report reveals a global malvertising campaign on Facebook spreading an evolved version of Brokewell malware to steal crypto and bypass 2FA.
A new report reveals a SpyNote Android RAT campaign using fake Google Play Store clones to steal data, with the malware abusing Accessibility Services for control.
A new report reveals a rapidly growing global phishing campaign using fake voicemails and purchase orders to distribute UpCrypter, a sophisticated malware loader.
A targeted phishing campaign against Israeli organizations uses a PowerShell-based RAT and compromised internal emails for delivery, making detection difficult.
Cleafy uncovers PlayPraetor, a Chinese-speaking MaaS Android RAT that has infected 11,000+ devices, using real-time control via Accessibility Services to conduct on-device fraud.
Netskope uncovers XWorm 6.0, a new variant using VBScript droppers, AMSI bypass, and critical process marking to evade detection and force system reboots if terminated.
A new stealthy campaign uses Windows LNK files to deploy the REMCOS backdoor via multi-stage PowerShell commands, bypassing antivirus and gaining full system control.
CYFIRMA uncovers EdskManager RAT, a sophisticated remote access trojan using HVNC, multi-stage execution, and advanced persistence for covert, long-term system access.
Arch Linux users are urged to uninstall and reinstall Firefox, LibreWolf, or Zen Web from AUR immediately due to malicious versions containing the CHAOS RAT trojan.
eSentire uncovered a sophisticated attack on a US accounting firm, deploying PureRAT via the new Ghost Crypt crypter and a stealthy "Process Hypnosis" injection technique.
Interlock RAT Gets PHP Makeover: New Variant Uses Steganography & ClickFix for Stealthy Infiltration
The DFIR Report uncovers a new PHP-coded Interlock RAT variant, using compromised websites and ClickFix social engineering to deploy stealthy malware for recon and persistence.
Cybereason exposes a deceptive malware campaign using compromised WordPress sites and the "ClickFix" technique to deliver weaponized NetSupport Manager RAT clients for remote access.
ASEC uncovers XwormRAT delivered via phishing emails using steganography, hiding sophisticated .NET malware within JPG images for stealthy execution and full system control.
Splunk uncovers XWorm's evolution: a modular RAT now delivering LockBit ransomware. It uses flexible delivery, AMSI/ETW bypasses, and process injection to evade detection.
Fortinet exposes a DCRat campaign impersonating a Colombian government agency, using obfuscated multi-stage infection, steganography, and AMSI bypass to deliver the RAT.
Trustwave exposes Blind Eagle (APT-C-36) leveraging exposed infrastructure and VBS malware in phishing campaigns, targeting Colombian banks with blatant disregard for concealment.