Linux.Darlloz Explained

Linux.Darlloz is a worm which infects Linux embedded systems.^{[1] [2]}

Linux.Darlloz was first discovered by Symantec in 2013.^[3] Linux.Darlloz targets the Internet of things and infects routers, security cameras, set-top boxes by exploiting a PHP vulnerability.^{[4] [5]}

The worm was based on a Proof of concept code that was released in October 2013.^[6] Linux.Darlloz utilizes vulnerability to exploit systems in order to compromise systems.^[7]

Linux.Darlloz was later found in March 2014 to have started mining crypto currencies such as Mincoin and Dogecoin.^{[8] [9]}

See also

• Botnet
• Mirai (malware)
• BASHLITE
• Remaiten
• Linux.Wifatch
• Hajime (malware)

Notes and References

1. Web site: New Worm Attacks Linux Devices . . December 3, 2013 . 24 October 2016 . Casad, Joe.
2. Web site: Mohit Kumar . Linux worm targeting Routers, Set-top boxes and Security Cameras with PHP-CGI Vulnerability . The Hacker News . 2013-11-30 . 24 October 2016.
3. Web site: Symantec discovers Linux.Darlloz worm targetting embedded systems . technology.org . December 3, 2013 . 24 October 2016.
4. Web site: New Linux worm targets routers, cameras, "Internet of things" devices . . 2013-11-27 . October 24, 2016 . Goodin, Dan.
5. Web site: Linux.Darlloz, the Internet-of-Things worm . . 2014-01-29 . 24 October 2016 . Sterling, Bruce.
6. Web site: Linux Worm Targeting Hidden Devices . . 27 Nov 2013 . 24 October 2016 . Hayashi, Kaoru.
7. Web site: Linux.Darlloz worm attacks embedded systems . . Nov 28, 2013 . 24 October 2016 . Doctorow, Cory.
8. Web site: Linux worm Darlloz targets Intel architecture to mine digital currency . . March 20, 2014 . 24 October 2016 . Osborne, Charlie.
9. Web site: IoT Worm Used to Mine Cryptocurrency . . 19 Mar 2014 . 24 October 2016 . Hayashi, Kaoru.