DanaBot (also known as DanaBot) is a banking trojan active since 2018. Modular banking trojan. Key characteristics include: web injects, VNC, SOCKS proxy, stealer module, affiliate model, targeted US/EU/AU banks.
Overview & Background
Modular banking trojan. First identified in 2018, this threat is attributed to eCrime (MaaS).
Threat Assessment
DanaBot remains an active threat. Organizations should implement detection rules and monitor for indicators associated with this banking trojan.
- Category: Banking Trojan
- Active since: 2018
- Attribution: eCrime (MaaS)
- Also known as: DanaBot
Technical Analysis
DanaBot employs the following capabilities and techniques:
- Web Injects: Core functionality
- Vnc: Core functionality
- Socks Proxy: Core functionality
- Stealer Module: Core functionality
- Affiliate Model: Core functionality
- Targeted Us/Eu/Au Banks: Core functionality
MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
| Tactic | Technique | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Access | T1566.001 Phishing Attachment | Common delivery vector |
| Execution | T1204.002 Malicious File | User-triggered execution |
| Persistence | T1547.001 Registry Run Keys | Autostart persistence |
| Defense Evasion | T1027 Obfuscated Files | Payload obfuscation |
| C2 | T1071.001 Web Protocols | HTTP/HTTPS C2 |
Detection & Defense
- Endpoint detection: Deploy behavioral detection rules for DanaBot indicators
- Network monitoring: Monitor for C2 traffic patterns and anomalous connections
- Threat intelligence: Track DanaBot IOCs and campaign updates
- Security awareness: Train users to recognize phishing and social engineering
- Patch management: Keep systems updated to prevent exploitation
Defend Against DanaBot
Mjolnir Security provides detection and response capabilities against DanaBot and similar threats.
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- Proactive Threat Hunting Hunt for DanaBot indicators and TTPs within your environment.
- Threat Intelligence Monitor DanaBot campaigns and infrastructure changes.
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Written by: Mjolnir Security | Published: August 24, 2025
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