AsyncRAT evolves as ESET tracks its most popular malware forks

AsyncRAT is an open-source remote access Trojan that has become a popular tool among cybercriminals due to its modular design and ease of modification. Its many forks, including DcRat and VenomRAT, have expanded its capabilities and increased its prevalence in cyberattacks. #AsyncRAT #DcRat #VenomRAT

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AsyncRAT was first released on GitHub in 2019 and is widely used in cyberattacks.
Its modular and open-source architecture has led to numerous variants and forks.
Popular variants include DcRat, VenomRAT, and SilverRAT, each adding new features.
Some forks, like SantaRAT and BoratRAT, were created as jokes but are still used maliciously.
The proliferation of AsyncRAT forks lowers the barrier to entry for cybercriminals and complicates detection efforts.