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Lazarus hackers drop new RAT malware using 2-year-old Log4j bug

The North Korean hacking group Lazarus is exploiting the Log4Shell vulnerability to deploy three new malware families named NineRAT, DLRAT, and BottomLoader. These malware are written in the D programming language, which is rarely used in cybercrime, helping them evade detection. This new campaign, dubbed “Operation Blacksmith”, targets manufacturing, agricultural, and physical security companies worldwide, marking a significant shift in Lazarus’ tactics and tools.

Source: www.bleepingcomputer.com –

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