Raccoon Stealer Abuses Telegram Infrastructure to Store C&C Addresses
By 2020, Racoon Stealer has become one of the most affordable data theft software.
Racoon Stealer initially surfaced on underground hacker forums in 2019. . After its first release, the software received several updates. The malware is capable of stealing a wide range of data, including:
Logins saved in the browser cookies
Data from forms is kept in browsers.
Crypto wallet files Login credentials from email client
Data and extensions from browser plugins
Execute commands from C&C servers and modify arbitrary files.
Distribution Methods
The virus was spread through a variety of ways, including Buer Loader and GCleaner. Fake patches, cracks, and cheats for Fortnite, Valorant, and NBA2K22 were among the means of distribution. The Racoon Stealer trojan also contained samples of various bogus applications.
Racoon Stealer’s distribution was unrestricted because it was freely available to anyone. Malware packers or Themida are used to transmit the malware.
Phishing Test Software
The human factor is the weakest point in your security posture and may be used against you regardless of how secure your network, computers, and software are. Traditional security measures are insufficient to stop these attacks. Using phishing test platforms that replicate phishing attacks is an effective security measure.
Phishing Training for Employees
Phishing is one of the most successful ways cybercriminals access companies' passwords and other security credentials. A cybercriminal impersonates a legitimate person or entity and sends a fake email to manipulate employees. Companies need to train their employees not to click on links or attachments in suspicious emails.
Protect Yourself Against Keyloggers
Keyloggers are one of the most common and deadly cybersecurity threats. It is a type of malware that records keystrokes and sends them back to the cybercriminal. Hackers can access accounts, banking systems, or even bitcoin wallets thanks to keyloggers.
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