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BatLoader
First seen: 2022-02 • Status: active
Currently Active Threat
BatLoader tricks people through fake Google ads. When you search for software and click an ad, you might download malware instead of the real program.
Overview
BatLoader is a malware loader that uses malicious advertisements and SEO poisoning to distribute malware. It often delivers banking trojans and ransomware.
Also Known As
BATLOADER
How It Spreads
- • Malvertising
- • SEO poisoning
- • Fake software downloads
What It Does
- • Downloads additional malware
- • Delivers banking trojans
- • Installs ransomware
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Target Platforms
Windows
Detection Tips
- • Monitor for suspicious script execution
- • Watch for malvertising indicators
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1105, T1566
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