Enterprise Technical Security That Matters - June 11, 2021

FreakOut Reloaded with New Exploits to Target its Victims

FreakOut, the multi-platform Python-based malware that targets Windows and Linux devices, has been updated. The malware is now upgraded to worm its way into publicly exposed unpatched VMware vCenter servers. It is now exploiting an RCE vulnerability that exists in vCenter servers. By Cyware Alerts I June 9, 2021

Gootkit: the cautious Trojan

Gootkit is complex multi-stage banking malware that was discovered for the first time by Doctor Web in 2014. Initially, it was distributed via spam and exploits kits such as Spelevo and RIG. In conjunction with spam campaigns, the adversaries later switched to compromised websites where the visitors are tricked into downloading the malware. By ANTON KUZMENKO I June 7, 2021