Bootkitty: First UEFI Bootkit Malware Targeting Linux Systems Discovered
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Security researchers have identified Bootkitty, a groundbreaking UEFI bootkit malware specifically designed to target Linux systems. This proof-of-concept malware can disable kernel signature verification and persist through OS reinstallation, marking a concerning evolution in firmware-level threats.
China-Linked APT Group Deploys Novel Linux Backdoors for Cyber Espionage
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Security researchers have uncovered two sophisticated Linux backdoors - WolfsBane and FireWood - linked to Chinese state-sponsored hackers. The discovery marks a significant shift in APT tactics toward Linux-based malware, enabling stealthy system compromise and data theft across Asia.