NodeSnake Strikes: UK Universities Fall Prey to Evolving Interlock RAT!
The Interlock ransomware gang is deploying a new remote access trojan called NodeSnake against UK universities. Like a shady tech support guy, the malware sneaks in through phishing emails, impersonates a Chrome updater, and then starts snooping around. It’s clear that Interlock is committed to evolving its sneaky tactics for long-term network access.
Hot Take:
In the ever-evolving world of cybercrime, it looks like Interlock has decided to enroll in a new semester of “Hacking 101” with their latest RAT, NodeSnake. This time, they’re targeting educational institutions for some extra credit in corporate network infiltration. With the malware’s stealthy maneuvers and smart disguises, it’s clear that Interlock is aiming for top marks in the cybercriminal hall of fame. Who knew hackers could be such dedicated students?
Key Points:
- Interlock ransomware gang is deploying a new RAT named NodeSnake against UK universities.
- NodeSnake’s development shows significant differences between samples, indicating ongoing enhancements.
- The malware uses phishing emails, obfuscation, and deceptive tactics for stealthy persistence.
- NodeSnake can kill processes, execute commands, and modify C2 polling behavior dynamically.
- Indicators of compromise are available in the QuorumCyber report for early ransomware attack detection.