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New Stealthy NodeJS Backdoor Infects Users via CAPTCHA Verifications

New Stealthy NodeJS Backdoor Infects Users via CAPTCHA Verifications

A sophisticated malware campaign is deploying NodeJS backdoors via fake CAPTCHA verification screens, targeting users on compromised websites. This trend exploits legitimate security measures to run malicious scripts. Once users engage with the CAPTCHA, PowerShell commands install the backdoor, enabling persistent access. Identified by Trustwave, this tactic represents an alarming evolution in malware strategies.

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