On 06
September 2016, Wapack Labs received incident details involving a
macro malware variant, that is researcher aware, and is leveraging a new method
of string obfuscation. Macro based malware, one of the most prevalent malware delivery mechanisms, uses embedded macros in Microsoft Office documents to download and install malware on a victim’s machine. Over 3,600 additional samples of this variant, using the
same obfuscation method, were found on Virus Total. Artifacts from these files
suggest widespread targeting in various industries.
This report includes details on
the new macro variant delivery mechanism and infrastructure leveraged in these
attacks.
Publication date: 26 September 2016
Handling requirements: Traffic light protocol (TLP) AMBER
Actor Type: Adversary capabilities have been assessed as Tier 1*
Past Reporting: Red Sky Alliance: DOC-3977
*Practitioners who rely on others to develop the malicious code, delivery mechanisms, and execution strategy (use known exploits).
The full attribution report has been published in its entirety in the Red Sky Alliance portal. For more information please contact the lab directly at 844-4-WAPACK, 603-606-1246, or feedback@wapacklabs.com.
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