A recent analysis by cybersecurity platform ANY.RUN has revealed the top 10 malware threats dominating the digital landscape over the past week, with information stealers Lumma and Snake showing significant increases in activity. The surge in malware uploads, particularly for information stealers like Lumma and advanced threats like Snake, highlights the growing sophistication and accessibility of cyber threats. ANY.RUN’s Trends Tracker provides real-time insights into the popularity and spread of malware, helping cybersecurity professionals and organizations stay ahead of emerging threats. For those looking to dive deeper into these threats, ANY.RUN provides a comprehensive tracking tool at Trends Tracker, where users can monitor the latest malware trends and access actionable insights. Snake, a sophisticated malware often attributed to the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB), uses advanced encryption techniques such as HTTP2 or TCP at the session layer, with each command exchange further encrypted for stealth. The findings, shared via a detailed post on X, underscore the evolving nature of cyber threats and the importance of proactive tracking to mitigate risks. According to ANY.RUN’s Trends Tracker, Lumma topped the list with 644 uploads, a slight increase of 14 from the previous week’s 630. A recent Cybersecurity Advisory from CISA highlighted a new variant of Snake, noting its complex host architecture and network communications, which make it particularly challenging to detect and mitigate. Cyber Security News is a Dedicated News Platform For Cyber News, Cyber Attack News, Hacking News & Vulnerability Analysis.
This Cyber News was published on cybersecuritynews.com. Publication date: Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:50:15 +0000