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Malware Mayhem: Cybercriminals Exploit BoxedApp to Evade Detection
Malware miscreants are abusing BoxedApp to evade detection, with a sharp rise in usage since March 2023. Check Point Research notes that malware strains, particularly remote access trojans, are leveraging BoxedApp’s virtual features to avoid static analysis. This trend complicates security efforts, leading to high…
Hot Take:
Malware authors have found their new BFF in BoxedApp, proving once again that even the most legitimate tools can be turned into the ultimate hide-and-seek champions! Time to unfriend them before they crash the party!
Key Points:
- Malware creators are increasingly using legitimate packer apps like BoxedApp to evade detection.
- BoxedApp abuse has surged since March 2023, with remote access trojans and ransomware being the primary culprits.
- BoxedApp’s features like Virtual Storage and Virtual Processes make it attractive to bad actors.
- High false positive rates in antivirus scans can either aid or hinder malware detection.
- Most malicious samples come from Turkey, the US, and Germany, particularly targeting financial and government sectors.
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