Botnet

FritzFrog

First seen: 2020-01 • Status: active

Currently Active Threat

FritzFrog is a clever botnet that spreads through SSH without needing a central command server. It mines cryptocurrency.

Overview

FritzFrog is a sophisticated P2P botnet that brute-forces SSH and deploys cryptominers. It has no C2 server, making it resilient.

How It Spreads

  • SSH brute force
  • Peer-to-peer propagation

What It Does

  • SSH brute forcing
  • Cryptomining
  • Decentralized C2

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Target Platforms

Linux

Detection Tips

  • Monitor SSH failed logins
  • Watch for P2P traffic patterns

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1110, T1496

If You're Infected

  1. 1.

    Disable SSH password authentication

  2. 2.

    Implement SSH key authentication

Related Malware

Kinsing

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