JokerSpy

Summary
A dangerous piece of malware attributed to a nation-state
Class
Spyware
Class Summary
Spyware is a type of malware designed to collect information covertly from your device. It can record keystrokes, capture screenshots, or monitor browsing habits. If spyware is detected on your system, change all passwords and enable multi-factor authentication on sensitive accounts. Consult with a security specialist as spyware often has deep system access, making complete removal critical.
Description

Attributed to the BlueNoroff APT group, JokerSpy was first spotted targeting a cryptocurrency exchange in Japan. The malware employs a variety of backdoors to deploy spyware on compromised systems and uses open-source tools for reconnaissance. Its Python-scripted backdoors enable dynamic configuration loading and command execution, allowing for a diverse set of malicious actions. In addition to evaluating system permissions, JokerSpy is known to abuse TCC (Transparency, Consent, and Control). It may also deploy SwiftBelt, an open-source macOS post-exploitation toolset commonly used in red teaming exercises.

Example Hashes
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  • 1f99081affd7bef83d44e0072eb860d515893698