Category: Malware
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GoLang-Based HinataBot Exploiting Router and Server Flaws
A new botnet named HinataBot, which is based on the Golang programming language, has been found exploiting known vulnerabilities to compromise routers and servers for launching distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. According to a technical report by Akamai, the botnet’s name is inspired by a character from the anime series Naruto, with filenames like “Hinata-<OS>-<Architecture>.” The…
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Common Malware Analysis Methods
Malware is a term used to describe any malicious software that is designed to harm or exploit a computer system, network, or user. The impact of malware can be devastating, resulting in the theft of sensitive data, the disruption of essential services, and even the complete destruction of computer systems. As a result, it’s essential…