Chinese Hackers Unleash New Wave of Malware Masquerading as Popular Software
Silver Fox has swapped cat and mouse for fox and RAT. This cunning campaign uses fake websites to lure users into downloading malicious software disguised as popular programs. Targeting Chinese speakers, Silver Fox delivers the Sainbox RAT and Hidden rootkit, proving once again that when it comes to sneaky cyber schemes, they’re as sly as ever.
Hot Take:
It seems Silver Fox is channeling its inner sneaky salesman, using faux software sites to peddle malware like it’s the hottest thing since sliced bread. Who knew the world of cybercrime could be so… entrepreneurial?
Key Points:
- New campaign uses fake sites for popular software to distribute Sainbox RAT and Hidden rootkit.
- Attributed to the Chinese hacking group Silver Fox (Void Arachne) with medium confidence.
- Phishing sites are targeting Chinese-speaking users, distributing malware via MSI installers.
- The attack uses DLL side-loading techniques to execute malware.
- Campaigns follow a pattern of using commodity RATs for control and stealth.
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