Open-Source Xeno RAT Trojan Emerges as a Potent Threat on GitHub

Open-Source Xeno RAT Trojan Emerges as a Potent Threat on GitHub

February 27, 2024 at 08:51AM

The Xeno RAT, an open-source remote access trojan, has been released on GitHub, with capabilities for remote system management and unique features such as real-time audio recording and hidden virtual network computing module. This release underscores the rise of freely available malware, highlighted by cybersecurity firm Cyfirma. Additionally, the article mentions the emergence of a new Gh0st RAT variant targeting Linux systems.

From the meeting notes, it is clear that a new remote access trojan (RAT) named Xeno RAT has been released on GitHub, providing a “comprehensive set of features for remote system management,” including a SOCKS5 reverse proxy and real-time audio recording. It also incorporates a hidden virtual network computing (hVNC) module and is notable for its ability to create bespoke variants of the malware. Furthermore, it has been observed being disseminated via the Discord content delivery network, driving an increase in campaigns utilizing RATs.

Additionally, a cybersecurity firm reported the use of another RAT variant called Nood RAT, which is used in attacks targeting Linux systems and allows adversaries to perform various malicious activities such as downloading files, stealing internal files, and executing commands.

These developments underscore the increasing availability and use of RATs for malicious purposes.

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