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Matanbuchus 3.0 Returns with ClickFix Social Engineering and Silent MSI Installations to Deploy AstarionRAT

Cybersecuritynews •Tushar Subhra Dutta • February 18, 2026

Matanbuchus, a premium Malware-as-a-Service loader, has resurfaced in February 2026 following a nearly year-long hiatus. This latest iteration, version 3.0, features a complete code rewrite and now commands a subscription fee of up to $15,000 per month, a stark increase from its original pricing. This shift signals a focus on high-value targeted operations rather than […]

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Matanbuchus 3.0 Launches AstarionRAT via ClickFix and Silent MSI Installations Matanbuchus 3.0, a Malware-as-a-Service loader, has re-emerged in February 2026 after nearly a year of inactivity. This version introduces ClickFix social engineering tactics and silent MSI installations to deploy AstarionRAT, with a subscription fee now reaching up to $15,000 per month, indicating a shift towards high-value targets. 3 sources 31

Matanbuchus 3.0 Returns with ClickFix Social Engineering and Silent MSI Installations to Deploy AstarionRAT

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