Security News > 2023 > October > New BiBi-Linux wiper malware targets Israeli orgs in destructive attacks
A new malware wiper known as BiBi-Linux is being used to destroy data in attacks targeting Linux systems belonging to Israeli companies.
The wiper sample discovered by Security Joes also features no obfuscation, packing, or other protective measures, making malware analysts' jobs much easier.
Destructive malware has also been used extensively by Russian threat groups to target the systems of Ukrainian organizations since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
The list of wiper malware used to target Ukraine includes the likes of DoubleZero, HermeticWiper, IsaacWiper, WhisperKill, WhisperGate, CaddyWiper, and AcidRain.
New SprySOCKS Linux malware used in cyber espionage attacks.
Free Download Manager site redirected Linux users to malware for years.
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