Malware

Pierluigi Paganini March 21, 2022
Hacker leaked a new version of Conti ransomware source code on Twitter

A Ukrainian security researcher has leaked more source code from the Conti ransomware operation to protest the gang’s position on the conflict. Hacker leaked a new version of the Conti ransomware source code on Twitter as retaliation of the gang’s support to Russia The attack against the Conti ransomware and the data leak is retaliation […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 21, 2022
DirtyMoe modules expand the bot using worm-like techniques

The DirtyMoe botnet continues to evolve and now includes a module that implements wormable propagation capabilities. In June 2021, researchers from Avast warned of the rapid growth of the DirtyMoe botnet (PurpleFox, Perkiler, and NuggetPhantom), which passed from 10,000 infected systems in 2020 to more than 100,000 in the first half of 2021. Experts defined DirtyMoe as a […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 19, 2022
Avoslocker ransomware gang targets US critical infrastructure

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reported that AvosLocker ransomware is being used in attacks targeting US critical infrastructure. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published a joint cybersecurity advisory warning of AvosLocker ransomware attacks targeting multiple US critical infrastructure. The advisory was published in coordination with the US Treasury Department and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 19, 2022
Emsisoft releases free decryptor for the victims of the Diavol ransomware

Cybersecurity firm Emsisoft released a free decryptor that allows the victims of the Diavol ransomware to recover their files without paying a ransom. Cybersecurity firm Emsisoft has released a free decryption tool to help Diavol ransomware victims recover their files without paying a ransom. In January, the FBI officially linked the Diavol ransomware operation to the infamous TrickBot […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 18, 2022
Caketap, a new Unix rootkit used to siphon ATM banking data

Experts spotted a new Unix rootkit, called Caketap, that was used to steal ATM banking data. Mandiant researchers discovered a new Unix rootkit named Caketap, which is used to steal ATM banking data, while investigating the activity of the LightBasin cybercrime group (aka UNC1945). The China-linked hacking group has been active since at least 2016, according […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 18, 2022
Russia-linked Cyclops Blink botnet targeting ASUS routers

The recently discovered Cyclops Blink botnet, which is believed to be a replacement for the VPNFilter botnet, is now targeting the ASUS routers. The recently discovered Cyclops Blink botnet is now targeting the ASUS routers, reports Trend Micro researchers. The Cyclops Blink malware has been active since at least June 2019, it targets WatchGuard Firebox and other […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 18, 2022
Microsoft releases open-source tool for checking MikroTik Routers compromise

Microsoft released an open-source tool to secure MikroTik routers and check for indicators of compromise for Trickbot malware infections. Microsoft has released an open-source tool, dubbed RouterOS Scanner, that can be used to secure MikroTik routers and check for indicators of compromise associated with Trickbot malware infections. “This analysis has enabled us to develop a […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 17, 2022
B1txor20 Linux botnet use DNS Tunnel and Log4J exploit

Researchers uncovered a new Linux botnet, tracked as B1txor20, that exploits the Log4J vulnerability and DNS tunnel. Researchers from Qihoo 360’s Netlab have discovered a new backdoor used to infect Linux systems and include them in a botnet tracked as B1txor20. The malware was first spotted on February 9, 2022, when 360Netlab’s honeypot system captured […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 15, 2022
CaddyWiper, a new data wiper hits Ukraine

Experts discovered a new wiper, tracked as CaddyWiper, that was employed in attacks targeting Ukrainian organizations. Experts at ESET Research Labs discovered a new data wiper, dubbed CaddyWiper, that was employed in attacks targeting Ukrainian organizations. The security firm has announced the discovery of the malware with a series of tweets: “This new malware erases […]

Pierluigi Paganini March 14, 2022
Brazilian trojan impacting Portuguese users and using the same capabilities seen in other Latin American threats

Brazilian trojan impacting Portuguese users and using the same capabilities seen in other Latin American threats Introduction A new variant of a Brazilian trojan has impacted Internet end users in Portugal since last month (February 2022). Although there are no significant differences and sophistication in contrast to other well-known trojans such as Maxtrilha, URSA, and Javali, an analysis […]