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Golang Malware Hijacks Telegram: Protect Yourself from This Sneaky Backdoor!
Netskope’s discovered a Golang backdoor using Telegram for command and control, showcasing a crafty use of cloud services. This malware avoids dedicated infrastructure, making it a headache for defenders. Stay protected with up-to-date antivirus and anti-malware solutions to combat potential Go-based threats.
Hot Take:
You’ve got to hand it to cybercriminals – who knew they had a knack for multitasking? Using Telegram for both messaging your mom and controlling malware? Now that’s what I call efficiency! But seriously, folks, when your malware starts chatting on Telegram, you might just need a little more than a group chat intervention.
Key Points:
- Netskope finds a Golang backdoor using Telegram for command and control (C2).
- The malware is of Russian origin and exploits Telegram’s API.
- It avoids dedicated infrastructure by leveraging cloud services.
- Commands include executing PowerShell, persistence, and self-destruction.
- Protection requires up-to-date antivirus and anti-malware solutions.
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