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Cryptojacking Commando Cat Strikes: How Misconfigured Docker Servers Are Being Hijacked for Monero Mining
A new cryptojacking campaign, dubbed “Commando Cat,” is targeting poorly-secured Docker remote API servers. This feline fiend uses Docker images to deploy cryptojacking scripts, turning your computer into a sluggish, electricity-guzzling mess while it mines cryptocurrency.
Hot Take:
Looks like the Commando Cat is out of the bag, and it’s not here to play with yarn! This feline is on a mission to hijack your CPUs faster than you can say ‘docker run.’
Key Points:
- Commando Cat campaign targets poorly-secured Docker remote API servers.
- Uses a Docker image that exploits the chroot command to access the host OS.
- Deploys ZiggyStarTux, an IRC bot built on the Kaiten malware.
- Aims to mine cryptocurrency, usually Monero, by using compromised systems.
- Results in slowed performance and increased electricity bills for victims.
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