Detection and Removal of the Syslogk Rootkit in a Linux Environment
1. Overview The AhnLab SEcurity intelligence Center (ASEC) continuously monitors various threats targeting Linux environments. Techniques that modify the Linux kernel to conceal malware and signs of compromise have been used for a long time, and Syslogk is one such rootkit that operates in this manner. This document provides an
Larva-25010 – Analysis on the APT Down Threat Actor’s PC
This report covers the seven posts on the breach analysis of APT Down, which were published in “Threat Notes” of AhnLab TIP after the release of the “APT Down: the North Korea Files” report, along with additional analysis. Post on Aug 12, 2025, “APT DOWN – Analysis of Korean
August 2025 Threat Trend Report on APT Groups
Purpose and Scope This report covers nation-led threat groups, presumed to conduct cyber espionage or sabotage supported by certain governments. These groups are referred to as advanced persistent threat (APT) groups for the sake of convenience. Therefore, this report does not contain information on cybercriminal groups aiming to gain financial
