META Stealer (also known as META Stealer, META Infostealer) is a information stealer active since 2022. RedLine fork with shared infrastructure. Key characteristics include: browser credentials, crypto wallets, shared RedLine codebase, taken down in Operation Magnus Oct 2024.
Overview & Background
RedLine fork with shared infrastructure. First identified in 2022, this threat is attributed to eCrime (MaaS).
META Stealer remains an active threat. Organizations should implement detection rules and monitor for indicators associated with this information stealer.
- Category: Information Stealer
- Active since: 2022
- Attribution: eCrime (MaaS)
- Also known as: META Stealer, META Infostealer
Technical Analysis
META Stealer employs the following capabilities and techniques:
- Browser Credentials: Core functionality
- Crypto Wallets: Core functionality
- Shared Redline Codebase: Core functionality
- Taken Down In Operation Magnus Oct 2024: 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 META Stealer indicators
- Network monitoring: Monitor for C2 traffic patterns and anomalous connections
- Threat intelligence: Track META Stealer IOCs and campaign updates
- Security awareness: Train users to recognize phishing and social engineering
- Patch management: Keep systems updated to prevent exploitation
Defend Against META Stealer
Mjolnir Security provides detection and response capabilities against META Stealer and similar threats.
- Proactive Threat Hunting Hunt for META Stealer indicators and TTPs within your environment.
- Threat Intelligence Monitor META Stealer campaigns and infrastructure changes.
- 24/7 Incident Response Rapid containment and forensic investigation. Call +1 833 403 5875.
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