Hackers are using the open-source Pyramid pentesting framework, launched in 2023, for stealthy command-and-control operations. Its lightweight Python-based HTTP/S server enables evasion of detection tools, executing well-known tools in memory. Security analysts suggest monitoring specific network signatures and response headers for detection, emphasizing the need for structured queries to enhance cybersecurity defenses against Pyramid-related activities.
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Threat actors are leaning on trusted services more than ever
Researchers have observed that cyber threats are now using legitimate services as part of their attack strategy. This trend highlights the growing complexity and sophistication