Friday, 24 March, 2023

Golang cryptominor with possible Chinese origin spotted

<p>Researchers found a Golang cryptominor targeting Windows, Linux PCs. They recognized seven IP addresses out of China. Hence, the attack was either originated in China or was routed through Chinese servers to hide its actual location. Golang attack targets web app frameworks, app servers, non-HTTPS services etc. It also exploits system&rsquo;s security vulnerabilities. Post-Infiltration, it installs malicious files on the system for cryptominors to act.</p>