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Hadooken and K4Spreader: The 8220 Gang's Latest Arsenal

· Published 01/10/2024 10:08 · Modified 01/10/2024 10:21

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Published
01/10/2024 10:08
Modified
01/10/2024 10:21
Tags
2024-10-01 CVE-2017-10271 CVE-2020-14883 botnet brazil china cryptomining hadooken k4spreader pwnrig tsunami weblogic
Related entities
3 vulnerabilities (cve), 62 observables, 1 intrusion sets (apt), 17 techniques (mitre), 4 malware, 3 others

Description

This analysis uncovers a significant infection chain targeting Windows and Linux systems through Oracle vulnerabilities. The attackers, likely the 8220 Gang, exploit and to deploy malware including , backdoor, and cryptominers. The infection routine differs slightly between Windows and Linux systems but ultimately aims to mine Monero cryptocurrency. The campaign shares many similarities with the previously reported case, including attack vectors, payloads, and infrastructure. Victim analysis reveals a focus on cloud environments, particularly in Asia and South America, with 200-250 compromised machines observed. The evolving tactics and global reach of the 8220 Gang highlight their ongoing threat to vulnerable cloud systems.

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