React2Shell exploitation now enables persistent access via EtherRAT’s blockchain-based C2.

https://www.technadu.com/react2shell-exploitation-evolves-into-persistent-access-threat/615626/

• Unauthenticated RCE via CVE-2025-55182
• EtherRAT instructions hidden inside Ethereum smart contracts
• Gov + cloud + critical-infrastructure orgs selectively targeted
• Unique per-host payloads hinder signature detection
• Monitor Node.js anomalies + Ethereum RPC activity

#React2Shell #CVE202555182 #EtherRAT #CyberSecurity #ThreatIntel #NextJS #AppSec

North Korean hackers exploit React2Shell flaw in EtherRAT malware attacks

A new malware implant called EtherRAT, deployed in a recent React2Shell attack, runs five separate Linux persistence mechanisms and leverages Ethereum smart contracts for communication with the attacker.

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North Korea‑linked hackers now using new “EtherRAT” malware to exploit critical #React2Shell vulnerability in active campaigns.

Read: https://hackread.com/north-korean-hackers-etherrat-malware-react2shell/

#EtherRAT #Cybersecurity #NorthKorea #Malware #Vulnerability

North Korean Hackers Deploy EtherRAT Malware in React2Shell Exploits

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