Remote Access Trojan (RAT)
Coverage of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) in the Nexus archive.
- Travelers targeted when logging into hotel Wi-Fi networks
Microsoft has warned that a Russian group is exploiting hotel and hospitality Wi-Fi networks to target travelers via DNS and HTTP traffic manipulation. The campaign, named 'CaptiveCrunch,' uses phishing pages, malware like CornFlake and ChocoShell, and fake system update prompts to steal credentials and compromise devices. Malwarebytes advises using personal hotspots or VPNs with Kill Switch features to mitigate risks.
- Mirax Android RAT Turns Devices into SOCKS5 Proxies, Reaching 220,000 via Meta Ads
A new Android remote access trojan called Mirax is targeting Spanish-speaking countries by turning infected devices into SOCKS5 proxies. The malware spread through Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads, reaching over 220,000 accounts via advertisements.