Carbanak 2.0
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First known sample
2015 -
Discovery
2015 -
Number of targets
10000-300000 -
Current status
Active -
Type
Backdoor -
Targeted platforms
Windows -
TOP targeted countries
Worldwide -
Connected attacks
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The way of propagation
Exploits , Social engineering -
Purpose/Functions
Stealing money -
Special features
One interesting characteristic of Carbanak 2.0 is a different victim profile. The group has moved beyond banks and is now targeting the budgeting and accounting departments in any organization of interest to them, using the same APT-style tools and techniques.
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Targets
Financial institutions , Telecoms -
Description
The second iteration of the infamous Carbanak cyber-criminal gang, this group targets financial institutions. Using the same APT-style tools and techniques, including the Carbanak backdoor, Carbanak 2.0 moved beyond banks to target the budgeting and accounting departments of any organization of interest.