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Shai-Hulud Worm Code Leak: How Clones Threaten Developer Environments
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Malware

Shai-Hulud Worm Code Leak: How Clones Threaten Developer Environments

The release of Shai-Hulud worm source code triggers a surge in self-replicating clones, targeting software developers and automated CI/CD pipelines.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 18, 2026
MEDIUM
Malware

Malware Evolution: How New Libraries and Languages Bypass EDR

Attackers are adopting Go, Rust, and custom libraries to evade static signatures. Learn how to adapt your detection engineering for modern malware binaries.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 15, 2026
HIGH
Malware

Malicious Windows 11 ISOs Deliver Vidar Infostealer — Analysis

Security researchers warn of fake Windows 11 ISO installers delivering Vidar and RedLine infostealers through sophisticated DLL side-loading techniques.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 12, 2026
HIGH
Malware

TrickMo Android Trojan Uses TON Blockchain for Covert C2

TrickMo Android banking malware adopts The Open Network (TON) blockchain for decentralized C2, targeting European users via accessibility service abuse.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · May 11, 2026
TCLBANKER Malware: Brazilian Trojan Spreads via WhatsApp and Outlook
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TCLBANKER Malware: Brazilian Trojan Spreads via WhatsApp and Outlook

TCLBANKER (REF3076) targets 59 financial platforms using the SORVEPOTEL worm. Learn how to detect and mitigate this evolving Brazilian banking trojan.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 8, 2026
Quasar Linux RAT (QLNX) Targets Developers for Supply Chain Attacks
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Malware

Quasar Linux RAT (QLNX) Targets Developers for Supply Chain Attacks

A new Linux implant, Quasar Linux RAT (QLNX), targets developer systems for credential theft and network tunneling to compromise software supply chains.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 8, 2026

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Malware

Gafgyt and Mirai Variants Target IoT Devices via CVE-2017-17215

Analysis of Gafgyt and Mirai botnet activity targeting IoT devices through RCE vulnerabilities such as CVE-2017-17215 and CVE-2014-2320.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · May 8, 2026
HIGH
Malware

PCPJack Worm: Analyzing the Malware Displacement in Cloud Environments

PCPJack is a new Golang-based worm targeting AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes. Learn how it removes TeamPCP and steals credentials to compromise cloud infrastructure.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 8, 2026
HIGH
Malware

TCLBanker Malware Targets Fintech via WhatsApp and Outlook

TCLBanker malware uses trojanized Logitech AI installers to target 59 banking apps and spreads automatically via WhatsApp and Outlook messages.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 8, 2026
HIGH
Malware

PCPJack Worm Steals Cloud Credentials, Cleans TeamPCP Access

New PCPJack worm actively targets exposed cloud infrastructure, stealing credentials and removing existing TeamPCP infections. Understand its TTPs and mitigation.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 7, 2026
PCPJack Credential Stealer: Cloud System Exploitation & Spread
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Malware

PCPJack Credential Stealer: Cloud System Exploitation & Spread

PCPJack, a new credential stealer, leverages 5 unspecified CVEs to achieve worm-like spread across cloud, container, developer, and financial service environments…

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · May 7, 2026
Mirai-Based xlabs_v1 Botnet Hijacks IoT Devices via ADB
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Malware

Mirai-Based xlabs_v1 Botnet Hijacks IoT Devices via ADB

Learn how the xlabs_v1 botnet exploits Android Debug Bridge (ADB) on port 5555 to enroll IoT devices into a DDoS network and how to secure your hardware.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 7, 2026
HIGH
Malware

Stealthy Quasar Linux (QLNX) Malware Targets Developers

New Quasar Linux (QLNX) malware is infecting developers' Linux systems, utilizing rootkit, backdoor, and credential-stealing techniques. Learn to detect and mitigate.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · May 6, 2026
HIGH
Malware

DarkSword: Analyzing the GTIG iOS Full-Chain Zero-Day Exploit

Google Threat Intelligence Group uncovers DarkSword, a sophisticated iOS exploit chain leveraging multiple zero-days for state-sponsored surveillance.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · May 5, 2026
MEDIUM
Malware

Malicious PDF Files: Analyzing AcroForm JavaScript for Initial Access

Security analysts have identified malicious PDF files utilizing AcroForm dictionaries to execute JavaScript and fetch remote payloads from external servers.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 4, 2026
HIGH
Malware

MacSync Stealer Distributed via Malicious Homebrew Ad Campaign

Malicious ads for Homebrew distribute MacSync Stealer, targeting macOS users. Threat actors leverage trusted software to deploy data-stealing malware.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 1, 2026
MEDIUM
Malware

Hugging Face and ClawHub Abused for Malware Distribution

Threat actors are exploiting the trust of AI and code-hosting platforms like Hugging Face and ClawHub to distribute malware via social engineering lures.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · May 1, 2026
New DEEP#DOOR Python Backdoor Targets Cloud and Browser Credentials
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Malware

New DEEP#DOOR Python Backdoor Targets Cloud and Browser Credentials

DEEP#DOOR is a stealthy Python-based backdoor framework using tunneling services for persistent C2 and credential harvesting from cloud and browser data.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Apr 30, 2026
HIGH
Malware

Redtail Malware Exploiting CVE-2024-3400: Technical Analysis

Analysis of the Libredtail variant exploiting Palo Alto Networks CVE-2024-3400 to deploy crypto-miners and establish rootkit persistence.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Apr 30, 2026
HIGH
Malware

VECT 2.0 Ransomware Analysis: Encryption Flaws Act as Data Wiper

VECT 2.0 ransomware features a critical flaw in its encryption logic that permanently wipes large files, making data recovery impossible even with a key.

Runtime Rebel Intel
3 min read · Apr 29, 2026
LofyGang Targets Minecraft Players with LofyStealer Malware
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Malware

LofyGang Targets Minecraft Players with LofyStealer Malware

Brazilian cybercrime group LofyGang resurfaces after three years, deploying LofyStealer (GrabBot) disguised as a Minecraft 'Slinky' hack to steal player credentials.

Runtime Rebel Intel
5 min read · Apr 28, 2026
VECT 2.0 Ransomware Acts as Wiper on Windows, Linux, and ESXi
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VECT 2.0 Ransomware Acts as Wiper on Windows, Linux, and ESXi

VECT 2.0 ransomware permanently destroys files over 131KB on Windows, Linux, and ESXi systems due to flawed encryption, making data recovery impossible.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Apr 28, 2026
HIGH
Malware

GlassWorm Malware Resurfaces via 73 OpenVSX Sleeper Extensions

A new GlassWorm campaign exploits the OpenVSX ecosystem with 73 'sleeper' extensions, posing a significant supply chain threat to developers.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Apr 28, 2026
HIGH
Malware

Firestarter Malware Persists on Cisco Firewalls Post-Update

U.S. and U.K. agencies warn about Firestarter malware exhibiting post-update persistence on Cisco Firepower and Secure Firewalls running ASA/FTD.

Runtime Rebel Intel
4 min read · Apr 25, 2026