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XPECTRA Malware

A updated version of the Expectra banking malware has been identified. XPCTRA is being distributed via a malspam campaign.
Threat ID:
CC-1683
Category:
Spyware, Trojan
Threat Severity:
Low
Threat Vector:
Email spam
Published:
5 October 2017 12:00 AM
Report a cyber attack: call 0300 303 5222 or email [email protected]

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Summary

A updated version of the Expectra banking malware has been identified. XPCTRA is being distributed via a malspam campaign.

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

Microsoft Windows

Windows - All versions

Threat details

XPCTRA is being distributed via a malspam campaign. The emails claim that the link in the body of the email leads to a PDF form invoice, but will lead the recipient to download an executable file. The executable file (dropper) will download a zip file, which is subsequently unzipped and executes the malware payload.

The malware is capable of multiple forms of malicious activity. It can monitor and intercept traffic to financial institution websites, as well as steal banking and email credentials.

Remediation advice

It is recommended that:

Remediation steps

Type Step
  • A robust program of education and awareness training is delivered to users to ensure they don’t open attachments or follow links within unsolicited emails.
  • All operating systems, antivirus and other security products are kept up to date.
  • All day-to-day computer activities such as email and internet are performed using non-administrative accounts.
  • Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity.

Last edited: 17 February 2020 11:41 am