‘HeadCrab’ Malware Variants Commandeer Thousands of Servers

December 7, 2023 at 01:57PM A new version of HeadCrab malware targets Redis servers for cryptomining and further attacks, with over 1,100 additional infections reported by Aqua Security. The malware now has enhanced ability to hide its presence, and its sole user, Ice9, has interacted with researchers via a built-in “mini blog.” Security enhancements in … Read more

Stealthier version of P2Pinfect malware targets MIPS devices

December 4, 2023 at 05:05PM New variants of the P2Pinfect botnet target 32-bit MIPS processor devices, exploiting weak credentials and using sophisticated evasion techniques. Initial focus was on Redis servers, but the scope has expanded to include routers and IoT devices globally. Objectives of the malware operators remain unclear. **Meeting Takeaways: Focus on P2Pinfect Botnet … Read more