"New Linux Malware is Controlled Through Emojis Sent From Discord"

According to security researchers at Volexity, a newly discovered Linux malware dubbed "DISGOMOJI" uses the novel approach of utilizing emojis to execute commands on infected devices in attacks on government agencies in India.  The malware is believed to be linked to a Pakistan-based threat actor known as "UTA0137."  The researchers noted that the malware is similar to many other backdoors/botnets used in different attacks, allowing threat actors to execute commands, take screenshots, steal files, deploy additional payloads, and search for files.  The researchers noted that using Discord and emojis as a command and control (C2) platform makes the malware stand out from others and could allow it to bypass security software that looks for text-based commands.  If you would like to read more about the malware, then please click on the link below. 

BleepingComputer reports: "New Linux Malware is Controlled Through Emojis Sent From Discord"