PlugX Meeting Invitation via MSBuild and GDATA

A recent PlugX campaign utilized phishing emails with a 'Meeting Invitation' lure to deploy malware through DLL side-loading. The infection chain begins with a zip file containing a malicious .csproj file and MSBuild executable. The .csproj file downloads three components: a legitimate G DATA Antivirus executable, a malicious Avk.dll (PlugX variant), and an encrypted AVKTray.dat file. The malware uses DLL side-loading, API hashing, and XOR encryption for obfuscation. It establishes persistence via the Run registry key and communicates with a command and control server. The campaign showcases PlugX's continued evolution while maintaining its core characteristics, highlighting its ongoing relevance in cyber-espionage operations.

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