LatentBot (also known as LatentBot) is a malware active since 2013. Modular financial trojan. Key characteristics include: modular design, HVNC, keylogger, data theft, highly obfuscated, US/UK/Brazil targets.
Overview & Background
Modular financial trojan. First identified in 2013, this threat is attributed to eCrime.
Threat Assessment
LatentBot remains an active threat. Organizations should implement detection rules and monitor for indicators associated with this malware.
- Category: Malware
- Active since: 2013
- Attribution: eCrime
- Also known as: LatentBot
Technical Analysis
LatentBot employs the following capabilities and techniques:
- Modular Design: Core functionality
- Hvnc: Core functionality
- Keylogger: Core functionality
- Data Theft: Core functionality
- Highly Obfuscated: Core functionality
- Us/Uk/Brazil Targets: 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 LatentBot indicators
- Network monitoring: Monitor for C2 traffic patterns and anomalous connections
- Threat intelligence: Track LatentBot IOCs and campaign updates
- Security awareness: Train users to recognize phishing and social engineering
- Patch management: Keep systems updated to prevent exploitation
Defend Against LatentBot
Mjolnir Security provides detection and response capabilities against LatentBot and similar threats.
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- Proactive Threat Hunting Hunt for LatentBot indicators and TTPs within your environment.
- Threat Intelligence Monitor LatentBot campaigns and infrastructure changes.
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Written by: Mjolnir Security | Published: April 25, 2025
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