Unpacking CyberGate RAT: A Deep Dive into Malware

In the latest campaign, CABINETRAT malware targets Windows environments with sophisticated techniques like XLL file exploitation, registry manipulation, and credential harvesting. CABINETRAT demonstrates how attackers can bypass traditional defenses using stealth tactics, persist through various evasion methods, and steal data undetected. 🔍 Read the full analysis and discover actionable defense strategies here: https://hubs.li/Q03Q1RY80 #CyberSecurity #MalwareAnalysis #CABINETRAT #ThreatHunting #SecurityValidation

Reverse Engineer Malware & Tools Julio Araujo “One final tip: reverse engineer malware and the tools attackers use. Learn how BloodHound works. Learn how Mimikatz/Rubeus work. Understand why pass-the-hash is possible, get to the root of these techniques. By reversing malware you’ll see how RATs, Trojans and custom C2s implement those techniques (not just market tools like Cobalt Strike or Sliver). Start slow: reverse simple samples, then progress to more complex custom malware. When you understand how things work, everything starts to click.” #cybersecurity #malware #r19io #offensivesecurity #pentesting

Announcing the Windows API Arsenal! 🚀 I built this tool specifically for reverse engineers and malware analysts who need fast, accurate API lookups during analysis. What makes it different? It focuses on Chain Analysis—letting you visualize how multiple APIs are combined to execute common malware techniques like process hollowing, APC injection, and more. (still in beta 🫣) Key features: Chain Analysis: Visualize common malware TTPs. MITRE ATT&CK Mapping: Instantly connect APIs to adversary tactics. Rich C Signatures: 200+ curated APIs with highlighted [in] / [out] parameters. Instant Search: Find APIs by name or description, fast⚡ 👉 Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/g3kdrsHF Hope this speeds up your analysis. #cybersecurity #reverseengineering #malwareanalysis #infosec #windowsapi #mitreattack #securityresearch

🚨 Gootloader is Back with a Sneaky New Font Trick! 🚨 The notorious Gootloader malware campaign has resurfaced with a clever new evasion technique, making it more dangerous than ever. 📄 The attack starts with fake forum posts posing as Q&A threads about business-related topics. ⬇️ Victims are tricked into downloading a malicious ZIP file, believing it contains a helpful document. 🎨 The new twist? The malware now hides its malicious JavaScript code within a font file named "font.sys". This file contains heavily obfuscated code designed to bypass security scanners. 🤖 Once executed, the final payload is the SocGholish malware framework, a precursor to ransomware and data theft. This evolution shows that attackers are constantly refining their methods, using trusted file types to fly under the radar. How is your organization adapting its security awareness training to keep up with these increasingly sophisticated social engineering tactics? #CyberSecurity #Malware #ThreatIntelligence #Gootloader #SocialEngineering #InfoSec Link:https://lnkd.in/d247knxf

Remember when ICS/OT malware was “rare”? Those days may be gone. Bitsight TRACE research from Pedro Uambelino shows a dangerous rise: 🔺 12% increase in exposed devices in the past year 🔺 Nearly 200,000 ICS/OT could be online by next year 🔺 Vulnerabilities mounting, many without patches The stakes? Not just systems—but trust. Get the full story: 👉 https://ow.ly/ZqI350X5nxN #Cybersecurity #CyberRisk #CriticalInfrastructure #ICS #BitsightTRACE

As part of the Cybersecurity Lecture Series, Jimmy Wylie, Distinguished Malware Analyst at Dragos, Inc., will present “Hunting OT Pythons and Gophers: Playbooks for Binary Triage.” Wylie specializes in analyzing malware targeting critical infrastructure. #LSUCCT #LSUCyber #LSUResearch

When a user downloads malware, traditional endpoint detection might only flag the specific file, like Chrome, as the threat. However, that misses the critical context: What led to that download? By piecing together those 'breadcrumbs,' we can construct the full narrative around the threat. That enhanced visibility, complemented by EDR, is invaluable. It bridges the gap between isolated incidents and comprehensive threat understanding. EDR excels at detecting malicious processes and files. But what about the pre-event activities that don't trigger those alerts? #Cybersecurity #ThreatIntelligence #EndpointSecurity #EDR #InfoSec

🚨 New Windows LNK Zero-Day Exploit Discovered! 🚨 A new and highly sophisticated malware campaign is leveraging a previously unknown Windows LNK vulnerability to compromise systems. Here’s what you need to know: 🔍 The attack uses malicious shortcut .LNK files that, when clicked, execute a multi-stage infection process automatically. 🛡️ It bypasses many security solutions by exploiting a flaw in how Windows handles the LNK file user interface, making the files appear less suspicious. ⚙️ The payload deploys the DarkMe malware, a known threat associated with the Water Hydra aka DarkCasino APT group, which focuses on financial theft. 🌐 This zero-day was discovered in the wild and is considered a serious threat, as it requires little to no user interaction beyond viewing the containing folder. This discovery is a stark reminder that social engineering combined with UI-level exploits remains a potent weapon for attackers. What steps is your organization taking to train users and defend against these low-interaction, high-impact file-based attacks? #CyberSecurity #ZeroDay #WindowsSecurity #Malware #ThreatIntelligence #DarkMe #APT #InfoSec Link:https://lnkd.in/dHBfR2Tf

Imagine malware hits a user's system. Traditional endpoint detection might flag the infected file, but miss the crucial context. By piecing together digital breadcrumbs—user behavior, system events—a clearer narrative emerges, transforming a 'black hole' incident into a comprehensible story. This enhanced visibility, complementing EDR, fills critical gaps where processes don't run or files appear benign during scans. It's about connecting the dots to see the full picture. #Cybersecurity #ThreatIntelligence #EndpointSecurity #DigitalForensics