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Malvertising Sends Malware in Pieces, Then Makes the Browser Build the Executable
A sophisticated malvertising campaign, dubbed SourTrade, has been identified by cybersecurity firm Confiant.
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A sophisticated malvertising campaign, dubbed SourTrade, has been identified by cybersecurity firm Confiant. This operation involves sending malware in fragmented pieces to victims' browsers, which then assemble the malicious code into a final executable. The campaign's unique approach leverages a legitimate Bun runtime as its base, rather than serving a complete malicious file from a fixed URL. This tactic allows the attackers to evade detection and make it more difficult for security software to identify the malware. SourTrade has been targeting retail traders by impersonating well-known financial services such as TradingView, Solana, and Luno since late 2024. The campaign's longevity and adaptability underscore the evolving nature of cyber threats.
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