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|    Carlos E.R. to Hank    |
|    Re: What do you make of this reported Li    |
|    28 Feb 25 13:06:42    |
      From: robin_listas@es.invalid              On 2025-02-28 08:45, Hank wrote:       > https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/new-linux-backdoor-auto-color/       >       > Between early November and December 2024, Palo Alto Networks researchers       > discovered new Linux malware called Auto-color. We chose this name based on       > the file name the initial payload renames itself after installation.       >       > The malware employs several methods to avoid detection, such as:       >       > Using benign-looking file names for operating       > Hiding remote command and control (C2) connections using an advanced       > technique similar to the one used by the Symbiote malware family       > Deploying proprietary encryption algorithms to hide communication and       > configuration information       > Once installed, Auto-color allows threat actors full remote access to       > compromised machines, making it very difficult to remove without       > specialized software.                     The important information, which is how it enters initially a machine,       is missing. It seems to be root running an infected executable.              --       Cheers, Carlos.              --- SoupGate-DOS v1.05        * Origin: you cannot sedate... all the things you hate (1:229/2)    |
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