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BPFdoor Malware: Remote Access Threat To Linux And Solaris Systems

May 16, 2022 •

Anthony Pell

1 min read

Topics Covered

remote access security threat backdoor linux malware persistent attack linux shell

A recently discovered backdoor malware called BPFdoor has been stealthily targeting Linux and Solaris systems without being noticed for more than five years.

BPFdoor is a Linux/Unix backdoor that allows threat actors to remotely connect to a Linux shell to gain complete access to a compromised device.

The malware does not need to open ports, it can’t be stopped by firewalls, and can respond to commands from any IP address on the web, making it the ideal tool for corporate espionage and persistent attacks.