Diceloader

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Diceloader is a type of malware, short for malicious software, that is designed to infiltrate and damage computer systems. It can infect systems through various means such as suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside a system, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or even hold data hostage for ransom. Diceloader, also known as Lizar or Tirion, is part of a family of malware developed by ITG14, and has been used by numerous threat groups including FIN7 and FIN12. It has been observed in conjunction with other malwares like Emotet, IcedID, CobaltStrike, SVCReady, CargoBay, Pushdo, Minodo, AresLoader, LummaC2, Vidar, Gozi, Canyon, Nokoyawa Ransomware, and BlackBasta Ransomware. FIN7’s time-tested CARBANAK and DICELOADER malware continue to be in use; however, recent intrusions have seen a greater dependence on the POWERPLANT backdoor. The Domino Backdoor shares code overlap with the Diceloader family of malware. In one specific instance, STONEBOAT was observed first loading an intermediary loader called DAVESHELL, which then executed the final DICELOADER payload. The USB hardware was programmed to download STONEBOAT, which ultimately installed the DICELOADER framework on the victim system. Other payloads loaded by FIN7’s POWERTRASH include CARBANAK, DICELOADER, SUPERSOFT, BEACON and PILLOWMINT. The infection chain of Diceloader includes several stages: the DICELOADER backdoor, the DUBLOADER loader, the POWERHOLD persistence-establishing script, and the POWERTRASH obfuscated loader. The yet undocumented persistence script has been codenamed POWERHOLD, with the DICELOADER malware decoded and executed using another unique loader referred to as DUBLOADER. Mandiant is also tracking multiple notable campaigns suspected to be FIN7, including a “BadUSB” campaign leading to DICELOADER, and multiple phishing campaigns leveraging cloud marketing platforms leading to BIRDWATCH. The Bl00dy Ransomware Gang downloads legitimate remote access tools such as Atera RMM, uses Tor and/or other proxies, and additional malware such as Cobalt Strike Beacons, DiceLoader, and TrueBot.

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FIN7 is a possible alias for Diceloader. FIN7, also known as Carbanak, is a Russian cybercrime group that has been active since mid-2015. They are known for their malicious activities primarily targeting the restaurant, gambling, and hospitality industries in the United States to harvest financial information which is then used in attacks	6
Lizar is a possible alias for Diceloader. Lizar, also known as Tirion or Diceloader, is a malicious software developed by the threat group ITG14. It's designed to exploit and damage computers or devices, infiltrating systems through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. Once installed, it can steal personal information, disrupt operati	5
Carbanak is a possible alias for Diceloader. Carbanak is a notorious malware developed by the cybercrime collective known as FIN7, also referred to as Carbon Spider, Cobalt Group, and Navigator Group. The group, which has been active since 2012, is of Russian origin and has been particularly focused on exploiting the restaurant, gambling, and	4
Tirion is a possible alias for Diceloader. Tirion, also known as Lizar or DiceLoader, is a type of malware developed by the threat group ITG14, also known as FIN7. First reported in March 2020, Tirion has been observed in numerous ITG14 campaigns up until the end of 2022. This malicious software can infiltrate systems through suspicious down	4
ITG14 is a possible alias for Diceloader. ITG14, a threat actor identified in the cybersecurity industry, has recently been linked to malicious activities involving the Domino Backdoor. X-Force researchers have found substantial evidence connecting the Domino Backdoor to ITG14’s Carbanak Backdoor. The Domino Backdoor not only shares signifi	2

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Ransomware

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The Domino Malware is associated with Diceloader. Domino is a malicious software (malware) that has been causing significant disruption and harm in recent times. The malware was first identified when it infiltrated the IBM Domino Server, a platform used widely for hosting critical applications and services. Despite security measures such as ESET Ma	Unspecified	3
The Vidar Malware is associated with Diceloader. Vidar is a malicious software (malware) that operates as an infostealer, primarily targeting Windows-based systems. It's written in C++ and is based on the Arkei stealer. Vidar is part of a broader landscape of malware threats such as Emotet, IcedID, CobaltStrike, SVCReady, CargoBay, Pushdo, Minodo,	Unspecified	2
The Domino Backdoor Malware is associated with Diceloader. The Domino Backdoor is a type of malware that has been linked to multiple threat groups, highlighting the complexity of tracking these actors and their operations. This malicious software, designed to exploit and damage computers or devices, can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or hol	Unspecified	2
The Minodo Malware is associated with Diceloader. Minodo is a type of malware, a harmful program designed to exploit and damage computer systems. It can infiltrate your system through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or even hold data h	Unspecified	2

Source Document References

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Source Link	CreatedAt	Title
MITRE	10 months ago	FIN7 Power Hour: Adversary Archaeology and the Evolution of FIN7
CERT-EU	a year ago	Anomali Cyber Watch: Lancefly APT Adopts Alternatives to Phishing, BPFdoor Removed Hardcoded Indicators, FBI Ordered Russian Malware to Self-Destruct
CERT-EU	a year ago	Anomali Cyber Watch: APT37 Adopts LNK Files, Charming Kitten Uses BellaCiao Implant-Dropper, ViperSoftX Infostealer Unique Byte Remapping Encryption
CERT-EU	a year ago	Microsoft Confirms PaperCut Servers Used to Deliver LockBit and Cl0p Ransomware
SecurityIntelligence.com	a year ago	The Trickbot/Conti Crypters: Where Are They Now?
CERT-EU	a year ago	FIN7 cybergang tied to April PaperCut attacks \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime – National Cyber Security Consulting
CERT-EU	a year ago	FIN7 Hackers Caught Exploiting Recent Veeam Vulnerability
CERT-EU	a year ago	Ransomware gang exploiting unpatched Veeam backup products \| #ransomware \| #cybercrime – National Cyber Security Consulting
SecurityIntelligence.com	a year ago	Ex-Conti and FIN7 Actors Collaborate with New Domino Backdoor
CSO Online	a year ago	Cybercrime group FIN7 targets Veeam backup servers
SecurityIntelligence.com	a year ago	Ex-Conti and FIN7 Actors Collaborate with New Domino Backdoor
CERT-EU	a year ago	Google sheets & drive traffic along with this process in your network, means your are hacked
Securityaffairs	a year ago	The intricate relationships between the FIN7 group and members of the Conti gang
CERT-EU	a year ago	BlackCat Operators Distributing Ransomware Disguised as WinSCP via Malvertising
DARKReading	a year ago	FIN7, Former Conti Gang Members Collaborate on 'Domino' Malware
CERT-EU	a year ago	Russian cybercrime group FIN7 has been observed exploiting unpatched Veeam Backup & Replication instances in recent attacks, cybersecurity company WithSecure reports.