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AsyncRAT, an open-source remote access trojan, has spawned numerous forks since its 2019 release, becoming a cornerstone of modern malware. This analysis maps out the relationships among AsyncRAT variants, focusing on prominent forks like DcRat and VenomRAT, as well as lesser-known versions. The research explores the evolution of these forks, their unique features, and the methods used to identify them. It also delves into exotic variants with specialized plugins, such as NonEuclid RAT's jump scare and malware spreader functionalities. The proliferation of AsyncRAT forks highlights the risks associated with open-source malware frameworks and the need for proactive detection strategies.

AsyncRAT is an open-source Remote Access Trojan (RAT) initially released in 2019, which has since become a foundational malware framework due to its accessibility and extensibility. The threat landscape surrounding AsyncRAT is complicated by the proliferation of numerous forks and variants, including notable ones like DcRat and VenomRAT, as well as less common versions such as NonEuclid RAT. These forks often introduce unique features and specialized plugins, for example, NonEuclid RAT incorporates jump scare capabilities and malware spreading functionalities, enhancing its disruptive potential. The open-source nature of AsyncRAT facilitates widespread modification and customization by threat actors, enabling rapid evolution and diversification of attack techniques. This has resulted in a labyrinthine ecosystem of related malware strains that share core functionalities but differ in evasion tactics, persistence mechanisms, and payload delivery methods. The analysis highlights the importance of understanding the relationships among these variants to improve detection and response strategies. Techniques used by these RATs include code obfuscation (T1027), process injection (T1055), credential dumping (T1555.003), and disabling security tools (T1562.001, T1562.004). The malware also leverages lateral movement and data encryption (T1486), complicating incident response efforts. The research underscores the risks posed by open-source malware frameworks, which lower the barrier to entry for cybercriminals and increase the volume and variety of threats in the wild. Proactive detection strategies must therefore focus on identifying behavioral patterns and unique indicators of compromise associated with AsyncRAT forks, rather than relying solely on signature-based detection.

MD5 of 3124f58428184fdf75e21b1e5a58cadf9dd2ba03

MD5 of fad946f7acf017f0c50c81bf379aaba3528afbb3

MD5 of e5b511e7550cbade74e75eade8f413a89d963fe5

SHA256 of fad946f7acf017f0c50c81bf379aaba3528afbb3

SHA256 of 3124f58428184fdf75e21b1e5a58cadf9dd2ba03

SHA256 of e5b511e7550cbade74e75eade8f413a89d963fe5

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