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GootLoader

First seen: 2020-01 • Status: active

Currently Active Threat

GootLoader poisons Google search results. When you search for legal documents, you might download malware.

Overview

GootLoader uses SEO poisoning to trick victims into downloading malware through search results.

Also Known As

Gootkit Loader

How It Spreads

  • SEO poisoning
  • Fake document downloads
  • Compromised websites

What It Does

  • Downloads additional malware
  • Steals credentials
  • Enables ransomware

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Target Platforms

Windows

Detection Tips

  • Monitor for suspicious JavaScript
  • Block downloads from compromised sites

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1189, T1059, T1105

If You're Infected

  1. 1.

    Block malicious domains

Related Malware

Cobalt Strike, Revil

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