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Epic Backdoor

Epic is a backdoor created by the Turla advanced persistent threat group for use as a primary stage in their campaigns
Threat ID:
CC-2578
Category:
Backdoor
Threat Severity:
Medium
Threat Vector:
Spear phishing
Published:
7 August 2018 12:00 AM
Report a cyber attack: call 0300 303 5222 or email [email protected]

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Summary

Epic is a backdoor created by the Turla advanced persistent threat group for use as a primary stage in their campaigns

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

Microsoft Windows

  • Microsoft Windows - All versions

Threat details

Turla use a variety of vectors to deliver Epic, including:

Once Epic is installed it will initiate communications with Turla's command and control infrastructure before transmitting system and user information to the group. They will then use that information to determine what malware to install on the device via Epic.

For further information

Remediation advice

To prevent and detect an infection, ensure 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, anti-virus 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.
  • Strong password policies are in place.
  • Network, proxy and firewall logs should be monitored for suspicious activity.
  • User accounts accessed from affected devices should be reset on a clean computer.
  • Your organisation adopts a holistic all-round approach to Cyber Security as advocated by the 10 Steps to Cyber Security.

Last edited: 17 February 2020 12:42 pm