NetamLoader malware targets custom Windows 10 build used by Asian government bodies
MALWARECloudflareredteam/daily · 3 sources
- Severity
- High
- Sources
- 3
What happened
Researchers have found a new piece of malware called NetamLoader that appears to be aimed at government computers in Asia. It hides inside a fake software update package, uses trusted programs to run, and wipes its own traces. Only one victim has been seen so far, and no known hacking group has been linked to it.
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What to do
- Keep devices updated and install software only from official stores or the maker’s site.
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Full story timeline · 3 updates
- Fri 30 OctoberHackers target government Windows systems in Asia with new malwareThe Record
- APT Hackers Use NetamLoader Malware to Target Windows 10 Systems in Asian GovernmentsCyber Security News
- Sun 1 NovemberNetamLoader Malware Targets Government Windows 10 Systems in Asia via .NET InjectionThe Hacker News
Who reported · 3 outlets
The RecordCyber Security NewsThe Hacker News