Summary
Brambul is an SMB protocol computer worm that decrypts[clarification needed] and automatically moves from one computer to its second computer.
| Common name | Brambul |
|---|---|
| Technical name | |
| Type | Computer worm |
| Author(s) | Lazarus |
| Operating system(s) affected | Windows XP |
| Written in | Korean |
It is responsible for the dropping of the Joanap botnet.
History edit
Brambul was first discovered in 2009 and has not had a disclosure prior to its notoriety. It was observed by cybersecurity firms and was not extensive subject.[4]
Sony hack (Late 2014) edit
Brambul was among the malware to be identified during the Sony Pictures hack.
Investigation (Early 2019) edit
Brambul as well as Joanap botnet have both been shut down via a court order.
Cycle edit
The computer worm has the ability to automatically scan IP addresses and decrypt passwords including, but not limited to the following.[1]
| Password | Description |
|---|---|
| password | The word password |
| !@#$% | 1-5 typed with the shift key |
| !@#$%^&*() | all ten number keys typed with the shift key |
| ~!@#$%^&*()_+ | the entire top row of keys typed with the shift key |
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Brambul will share information of the system to the cyberattacker. Information shared includes the IP address, hostname and the username and password.[5]
References edit
- ^ a b "W32.Brambul | Symantec". www.symantec.com.
- ^ "Win32/Brambul threat description - Microsoft Security Intelligence". www.microsoft.com.
- ^ "Trojan:Win32/Brambul.A threat description - Microsoft Security Intelligence". www.microsoft.com.
- ^ "Hidden Cobra Strikes Again with Custom RAT, SMB Malware". threatpost.com.
- ^ at 01:58, Simon Sharwood 30 May 2018. "FBI fingers North Korea for two malware strains". www.theregister.co.uk.
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External links edit
- HIDDEN COBRA – Joanap Backdoor Trojan and Brambul Server Message Block Worm | CISA