Cybercriminals Unleash Chaos with Ratel RAT: Is Your Android Safe?
Researchers at Check Point have identified over 120 campaigns using the Ratel RAT malware, which targets outdated Android devices. Known actors, including APT-C-35, conduct some attacks, with most victims in the U.S., China, and Indonesia. Ratel RAT employs ransomware and other malicious functions to compromise devices.
Hot Take:
In a plot twist straight out of a tech horror flick, Ratel RAT isn’t just your average rodent. It’s more like a mutant rat with a PhD in hacking, wreaking havoc on outdated Android devices. If your phone’s operating system is old enough to remember MySpace, you might be in trouble!
Key Points:
- Ratel RAT is an open-source Android malware widely deployed by cybercriminals.
- Over 120 campaigns detected, primarily targeting outdated Android devices.
- Known threat actors and nations like Iran and Pakistan are behind some attacks.
- High-profile organizations including government and military sectors are targets.
- The malware spreads through apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and e-commerce platforms.
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