Malware

SystemBC

First seen: 2019-01 • Status: active

Currently Active Threat

SystemBC creates secret tunnels for hackers to communicate with infected computers. Ransomware gangs love using it because it hides their traffic.

Overview

SystemBC is a proxy malware and backdoor that creates encrypted tunnels. It is frequently used by ransomware affiliates to maintain access.

Also Known As

Coroxy

How It Spreads

  • Dropped by other malware
  • Exploit kits

What It Does

  • Creates proxy tunnels
  • Maintains persistence
  • Hides C2 traffic

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Target Platforms

Windows

Detection Tips

  • Monitor for proxy traffic patterns
  • Watch for Tor connections

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1090, T1573, T1071

If You're Infected

  1. 1.

    Identify and isolate infected systems

  2. 2.

    Check for ransomware deployment

Related Malware

Emotet, Trickbot

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