Security firm hacks "hackers", ironically locking them out of their own C&C servers
Cybersecurity researchers have exterminated hackers' servers using malware codes leaked to the internet.
Cyber security firms have deciphered the attack methods of hackers many times. However, according to the latest report, a cybersecurity firm hacked the "hackers" thanks to a vulnerability at a malware server.
Buguard destroyed hackers' malware C&C servers
It is revealed that the cyber security firm Buguard has hacked the command and control (C&C) servers of hackers. Buguard researchers, who broke five servers belonging to hackers through a vulnerability, stated that four servers were completely out of use.
According to the report, Buguard took action after the malware called Mars Stealer was leaked. For those who don't know, Mars Stealer serves as a malware platform where hackers can rent servers to perform attacks. When the source code was leaked, the servers were made available independently.
It is not known exactly how Mars Stealer's data leaked to the internet. However, researchers think that operators mistakenly configured their C&C servers to give full access to the world. As a result, critical information was exposed.
Buguard plans to involve official security agencies in the investigation and disable more servers. The developers of Mars Stealer have not yet made a statement on the subject. Security researchers reported that hackers will lose access to all stolen data.
