Gootloader Cyberattackers Target Bengal-Cat Aficionados in Oz
ID: 3baf82f1-2835-567c-9712-7976e282ac6a
STIX ID: report--3baf82f1-2835-567c-9712-7976e282ac6a
Feed Name: Dark Reading
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Sophos X-Ops MDR observed a Gootloader SEO-poisoning campaign targeting Australians searching about Bengal cats: malicious search results lead to a ZIP download that triggers a large JavaScript loader, resulting in the deployment of Gootkit as a second-stage payload which can precede ransomware or Cobalt Strike intrusions. Users are advised to follow security best practices and avoid suspicious links or sources.
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