Malware News Linux Shishiga Malware uses Bruteforce and LUA Scripts

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Malware researchers from ESET have discovered a new Linux malware dubbed Linux/Shishiga targeting systems in the wild.

Shishiga malware relies on the use of weak, default credentials in its attempts to plant itself on insecure systems through brute-force attacks. The malware uses a built-in password list in the attempt to hack a system.

Detailed report can be found here: Linux Shishiga malware using LUA scripts
 
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