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ZLoader
CheckPoint Research identifies new ZLoader malware activity using compromised Atera software for initial access. The malware sets up persistence through batch scripts, modifies Windows Defender properties, and employs LOLBin binaries for stealth operations.
Video Player Spreads Skimmers
Research from PaloAlto Unit42 identified over 100 Sotheby’s real estate sites compromised to distribute skimmers via a Brightcove video player. The attack involved a supply chain network breach. The issue has been resolved before Unit42 shared their findings.
Norton360 Includes Cryptominer
Symantec's Norton360 antivirus now includes an optional Ethereum cryptominer. Users can opt-in, with Symantec entitled to 15% of the mined cryptocurrency. The feature requires at least 6GB of RAM and an NVIDIA graphics card. Although optional, removing the cryptominer involves deleting "NCrypt.exe," making it somewhat cumbersome.
Google Docs Comments Exploit
Avanan's research highlights an exploit in Google Docs' comment feature used to distribute malware, first observed in the wild in December 2021. Attackers abuse the @ mention feature to send malicious links via Google notifications, primarily targeting Outlook users. Over 500 inboxes across 30 tenants have been impacted, with attackers using over 100 unique Gmail accounts.
Elephant Beetle
Sygnia’s IR team has tracked Elephant Beetle, a financially motivated threat group targeting commerce and financial entities in Latin America and the US. Over two years, the group has used over 80 tools, gaining initial access through unpatched systems and conducting prolonged, methodical reconnaissance to mimic legitimate financial transactions.
AvosLocker Targets VMware ESXi
AvosLocker has added Linux support to its ransomware, now targeting VMware ESXi virtual machines. The ransomware terminates VMs before encryption, appends the extension .avoslinux to encrypted files, and provides a ransom note demanding $1 million. Victims are warned not to shut down workstations to avoid file corruption.
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