Security News > 2023 > March > Mélofée: Researchers Uncover New Linux Malware Linked to Chinese APT Groups
An unknown Chinese state-sponsored hacking group has been linked to a novel piece of malware aimed at Linux servers.
"The rootkit has a limited set of features, mainly installing a hook designed for hiding itself."
The installer takes the binary package as an argument and then extracts the rootkit as well as a server implant module that's currently under active development.
Earth Berberoka is the name given to a state-sponsored actor chiefly targeting gambling websites in China since at least 2020 using multi-platform malware like HelloBot and Pupy RAT. According to Trend Micro, some samples of the Python-based Pupy RAT have been concealed using the Reptile rootkit.
"The Mélofée implant family is another tool in the arsenal of Chinese state sponsored attackers, which show constant innovation and development," the company said.
"The capabilities offered by Mélofée are relatively simple, but may enable adversaries to conduct their attacks under the radar. These implants were not widely seen, showing that the attackers are likely limiting its usage to high value targets."
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