Malware
Careto
First seen: 2007 • Status: inactive
Currently Inactive
Careto is like a master spy who can disguise itself to work on any type of computer - Windows, Mac, or even phones - to steal important government secrets.
Overview
Careto (Spanish for "Mask") is a sophisticated APT campaign that targeted government institutions, embassies, and energy companies. It featured an unusually complex modular architecture and targeted multiple platforms.
Also Known As
The Mask, Mask APT
How It Spreads
- • Spear phishing emails
- • Exploit kits
- • Drive-by downloads
What It Does
- • Document theft
- • Encryption key stealing
- • VPN traffic interception
- • Skype conversation recording
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Target Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS
Detection Tips
- • Monitor for unusual SSL certificate usage
- • Check for persistence mechanisms
- • Analyze traffic to known C2 domains
- • Review document access patterns
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques
T1566, T1204, T1005, T1041, T1573
If You're Infected
- 1.
Block known C2 infrastructure
- 2.
Reset all encryption keys and certificates
- 3.
Audit VPN and communication security
- 4.
Conduct thorough endpoint investigation
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