DUBAI, UAE, April 13, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ -- ANY.RUN, a cybersecurity company developing an interactive sandbox analytical platform for malware researchers. ANY.RUN processes hundreds of thousands of tasks each month. This allows us to offer timely insights into the latest threats and developments within the cybersecurity space.

Here are some highlights from the Malware Trends Report in Q1 2023:

Top Malware Types in Q1 2023

1. Loaders top the list of most popular malware types: With 7,820 uploads loaders secured the first position in Q1 2023. emphasizing the widespread popularity of this attack vector.
2. Trojans are the second most popular malware type. We recorded 7696 trojan submissions, in Q1 2023.
3. RATs occupy the third spot. Remote Access Trojans (RATs), were recorded in 5,296 uploads in Q1 2023.

Top MITRE ATT&CK techniques in Q1 2023

1. T1036.005 Masquerading. Match Legitimate Name or Location.
2. T1218.011 System Binary Proxy Execution. Rundll32.
3. T1059.003 Command and Scripting Interpreter. Windows Command Shell.
4. T1555.003 Credentials from Password Stores. Credentials from Web Browsers.
5. T1569.002 System Services. Service Execution.

Key takeaways

1. Trojans remain a significant threat due to their versatility and ability to deliver various payloads.
2. Security specialists should be on the lookout for Redline as the most widespread malware family.
3. The top MITRE ATT&CK techniques used by attackers indicate a focus on obtaining unsecured credentials, subverting trust controls, and manipulating system processes.

At ANY.RUN we understand the importance of cybersecurity in today's digital landscape. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to help organizations stay protected against evolving threats.

Read our article for more information on the latest malware trends in Q1 2023.

Vlada Belousova
ANYRUN FZCO
2027889264
v.belousova@any.run
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