The Trend Micro™ Managed Detection and Response team uncovered a threat campaign orchestrated by an active group, Water Curse. The threat actor exploits GitHub, one of the most trusted platforms for open-source software, as a delivery channel for weaponized repositories.

We have detected a new tactic involving fake CAPTCHA pages that trick users into executing harmful commands in Windows. This scheme uses disguised files sent via phishing and other malicious methods.

How does Prometei insidiously operate in a compromised system? This Managed Extended Detection and Response investigation conducted with the help of Trend Vision One provides a comprehensive analysis of the inner workings of this botnet so users can stop the threat in its tracks before it inflicts damage to the system.