Sophisticated malware leveraging AutoIT code has been discovered targeting Windows systems. “Project 1” initiates a complex infection chain designed to deploy a Remote Access Trojan. The scripts create a multi-layered attack structure that can be adapted to bypass new security measures. Obfuscation techniques and security product detection make it difficult to trace. SANS Technology Institute researchers identified the malware on 19 May 2025.
Protecting Against Info-Stealers – A Practical Resource
Infostealer malware attacks, designed to extract sensitive information from systems, accounted for nearly a quarter of all cyber incidents in 2024. Cybersecurity reports show a
