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Head Mare APT Exploits Unpatched TrueConf Servers to Deliver PhantomCore Malware

Head Mare APT Exploits Unpatched TrueConf Servers to Deliver PhantomCore Malware

In a sneaky move, the Head Mare group exploited unpatched TrueConf servers to spread PhantomCore malware, using a chain of vulnerabilities to swap out legitimate client installers with infected ones. This allowed them to secretly deliver a backdoor to unsuspecting meeting participants.

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Rack-mounted servers and cables in a brightly-lit server room, with one isolated rack showing subtle signs of tampering.

TrueConf Server Flaws Targeted to Deploy PhantomCore Backdoor

Security researchers at Kaspersky have uncovered a sneaky plot by threat actor Head Mare to exploit unpatched TrueConf servers and deploy the PhantomCore backdoor to unsuspecting users. The attack relies on a two-stage vulnerability chain that allows attackers to run malicious commands with high-level privileges.

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Rows of computer servers and equipment in a brightly-lit server room.

Hackers Breach TrueConf Servers to Deploy Backdoors via Trojanized Updates

Hackers have breached TrueConf servers by exploiting a gaping security hole - an open TCP port that lets them in without needing a password, then using trojanized updates to deploy backdoors and take control. This sneaky attack vector has been used by threat actors like Head Mare to spread malware and gain unauthorized access.

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