Hackers Turn Patchwork Pros: Exploit, Patch, and Vanish in Apache ActiveMQ Heist!
Hackers exploit Apache ActiveMQ flaw to deploy DripDropper on Linux, then patch the system to block rivals. This not-so-neighborly “fix” keeps competition at bay and hides their tracks, proving that even cybercriminals appreciate a tidy workspace!
Hot Take:
Ah, hackers. Not only do they get into systems they’re not supposed to, but now they’re also playing the role of IT support by patching their own exploits. Talk about taking a page from the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” book, except they’re the ones who broke it in the first place! It’s like a bizarre twist on Robin Hood, except they’re stealing from everyone and keeping it all for themselves. Who knew cybercriminals would care so much about exclusive access?
Key Points:
- Hackers are exploiting a two-year-old Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability (CVE-2023-46604) with a perfect CVSS score of 10.0.
- They install DripDropper malware on Linux systems, then patch the vulnerability to block other hackers and evade detection.
- DripDropper is a stealthy Linux malware that connects to Dropbox and alters cron jobs to maintain persistence.
- Patching the vulnerability doesn’t hinder the hackers due to additional persistence mechanisms they’ve set up.
- Other CVEs and vulnerabilities are being exploited by hackers to install various types of malware and ransomware.
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