Moobot

Malware updated 3 months ago (2024-08-14T09:39:59.631Z)

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Moobot is a type of malware, or malicious software, designed to exploit and damage computer systems. It can infiltrate these systems via suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it can steal personal information, disrupt operations, or even hold data hostage for ransom. Moobot has been used to create a botnet, a network of infected computers that can be controlled remotely to carry out large-scale malicious activities. The Moobot botnet was being actively used by Russia-linked APT28, an advanced persistent threat group, along with other cybercriminals. This usage persisted despite various efforts to control and mitigate its effects. The botnet was a significant cybersecurity concern due to its potential for widespread disruption and data theft, demonstrating the ongoing threat posed by such malware. However, the U.S. government successfully dismantled the Moobot botnet controlled by APT28. This action represented a significant step in combating the cyber threats posed by state-sponsored groups and other cybercriminals. Despite this success, vigilance remains necessary as similar threats continue to evolve and persist in the cyber landscape.

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Mirai Botnet is a possible alias for Moobot. The Mirai botnet, a type of malware, is known for its ability to exploit vulnerabilities in various devices and systems. Mirai operates by infecting systems without the user's knowledge, often through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites. Once inside, it can steal personal information, disrupt	2

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Associated Malware

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The Mirai Malware is associated with Moobot. Mirai is a type of malware that specifically targets Internet of Things (IoT) devices to create a botnet, which can then be used for various malicious activities. The Mirai botnet had a significant impact in early 2022, accounting for over 7 million botnet detections globally. However, there was a 9	is related to	6
The Shellbot Malware is associated with Moobot. ShellBot is a malicious software (malware) variant that has been actively targeting poorly managed Linux SSH servers. As reported by Hacker News and HackRead in March 2023, this Perl-based DDoS bot deploys different variants to exploit these servers. ShellBot, along with another DDoS malware called	is related to	3
The Gafgyt Malware is associated with Moobot. Gafgyt, also known as Bashlite, is a type of malware that targets Linux architecture operating systems with the primary intent to launch distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. This malicious software infiltrates systems often through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, and upon entry,	Unspecified	2
The Gafgyt Variant Malware is associated with Moobot. The Gafgyt variant is a malicious software that poses a significant threat to computer systems and devices. This malware can infiltrate your system through suspicious downloads, emails, or websites, often without the user's knowledge. Once inside, it has the potential to steal personal information,	is related to	2

Associated Threat Actors

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The APT28 Threat Actor is associated with Moobot. APT28, also known as Fancy Bear or Unit 26165 of the Russian Main Intelligence Directorate, is a threat actor linked to Russia. The group has been involved in several high-profile cyber-espionage activities, including the hacking of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) during the 2016 US Presiden	has used	4
The Forest Blizzard Threat Actor is associated with Moobot. Forest Blizzard, also known as APT28, Fancy Bear, and Strontium, is a threat actor linked to the Russian General Staff Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) and the 85th Main Special Service Center (GTsSS). The group has been involved in persistent espionage campaigns against European countries, which	Unspecified	2

Associated Vulnerabilities

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The CVE-2022-46169 Vulnerability is associated with Moobot. CVE-2022-46169 is a critical pre-authentication command injection vulnerability discovered in the Cacti network operations framework. This flaw, which existed in all versions of Cacti up to 1.2.22, could be exploited by threat actors to deliver malware, thereby compromising the security of systems u	Unspecified	3
The CVE-2021-35394 Vulnerability is associated with Moobot. The CVE-2021-35394 vulnerability, a flaw in the software design or implementation of Realtek Jungle SDK, has seen significant exploitation by threat actors. From August to October 2022, the number of attacks attempting to exploit this remote code execution vulnerability accounted for more than 40% o	Unspecified	3
The CVE-2021-36260 Vulnerability is associated with Moobot. CVE-2021-36260 is a critical command injection flaw found in the webserver of various Hikvision products. This vulnerability, a defect in software design or implementation, allows unauthorized users to execute arbitrary commands on the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft,	Unspecified	2

Source Document References

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Securityaffairs	3 months ago	SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 6
Securityaffairs	3 months ago	security-affairs-malware-newsletter-round-5
Securityaffairs	3 months ago	Security Affairs Malware Newsletter - Round 3
Securityaffairs	3 months ago	Security Affairs Malware Newsletter - Round 3
Securityaffairs	4 months ago	Security Affairs Malware Newsletter - Round 2
Securityaffairs	4 months ago	Security Affairs Malware Newsletter - Round 1
Securityaffairs	4 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 478 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	4 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 477 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	4 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 476 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	5 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 473 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	6 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 470 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	6 months ago	Russia-linked APT28 and crooks are still using the Moobot botnet
Securityaffairs	6 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 469 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
DARKReading	6 months ago	Various Botnets Pummel Year-Old TP-Link Flaw in IoT Attacks
Fortinet	6 months ago	Botnets Continue Exploiting CVE-2023-1389 for Wide-Scale Spread \| FortiGuard Labs
Securityaffairs	7 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 467 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs	7 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 466 by Pierluigi Paganini
Securityaffairs	7 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 465 by Pierluigi Paganini
Securityaffairs	7 months ago	Security Affairs newsletter Round 464 by Pierluigi Paganini
Fortinet	7 months ago	Condi DDoS Botnet Spreads via TP-Link's CVE-2023-1389 \| FortiGuard Labs