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Dero miner zombies biting through Docker APIs to build a cryptojacking horde

· Published 21/05/2025 14:13 · Modified 21/05/2025 22:13

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Published
21/05/2025 14:13
Modified
21/05/2025 22:13
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2025-05-21 cloud containerized environments cryptocurrency mining dero docker exploitation golang malware linux nginx
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3 observables, 9 techniques (mitre)

Description

A new mining campaign exploits insecurely published APIs to spread through containerized environments. The attack uses two implants: '' for propagation and '' for . The '' malware scans for vulnerable APIs, creates malicious containers, and compromises existing ones. It maintains persistence and spreads without a command-and-control server. The '' miner is based on the open-source DeroHE CLI project, with hardcoded wallet and node addresses. This campaign differs from previous attacks on Kubernetes clusters by actively spreading and compromising more networks. The threat highlights the importance of securing containerized infrastructures and monitoring for malicious activities.

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