ZLoader Malware Returns With DNS Tunneling to Stealthily Mask C2 Comms

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new version of the ZLoader malware that employs a Domain Name System DNS tunnel for command-and-control C2 communications, indicating that the threat actors are continuing to refine the tool after resurfacing a year ago. "Zloader 2.9.4.0 adds notable...

ZLoader Malware Evolves with Anti-Analysis Trick from Zeus Banking Trojan

The authors behind the resurfaced ZLoader malware have added a feature that was originally present in the Zeus banking trojan that it's based on, indicating that it's being actively developed. "The latest version, 2.4.1.0, introduces a feature to prevent execution on machines that differ from the...

New Stealthier ZLoader Variant Spreading Via Fake TeamViewer Download Ads

Users searching for TeamViewer remote desktop software on search engines like Google are being redirected to malicious links that drop ZLoader malware onto their systems while simultaneously embracing a stealthier infection chain that allows it to linger on infected devices and evade detection by...

ZLoader-Laced Emails Masquerade As CVs From Job-Seekers

Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the massive uptick in unemployment across the U.S. in a recent spear-phishing campaign, which purports to be CVs sent from job-seekers – but actually spreads banking credential-stealing malware. Researchers recently uncovered emails that distributed maliciou...