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Ransomware Deployment Attempts Via TeamViewer | Huntress

Category Details
Threat Actors Unknown actor, possibly related to LockBit 3.0 Ransomware campaigns.
Campaign Overview Limited ransomware deployment on two endpoints via TeamViewer access; minimal reconnaissance or lateral movement.
Target Regions (Or Victims) Specific endpoints within organizations; no specific geography mentioned.
Methodology - Initial access via TeamViewer.
- Execution of ransomware using DOS batch files and DLLs.
- Limited to endpoint activity without lateral spread.
Product Targeted Endpoints running TeamViewer with inadequate monitoring or outdated access management.
Malware Reference Ransomware executable: LB3_Rundll32_pass.dll, associated with LockBit 3.0.
Tools Used - TeamViewer for initial access.
- Batch files to execute DLLs.
- Ransomware binaries (LB3.exe, ZZZZZZZ).
Vulnerabilities Exploited Misuse of remote access software (TeamViewer) due to weak access controls.
TTPs - Remote access abuse (T1133).
- Ransomware execution via command shell (T1059.003).
- Data encrypted for impact (T1486).
Attribution Similarities to LockBit 3.0 ransomware as highlighted in VMware’s research from October 2022.
Recommendations - Audit and monitor remote access tools.
- Implement strong authentication for administrative access.
- Keep endpoint security software updated.
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Source: Huntress Blog

Published on: January 17, 2024

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