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Matanbuchus 3.0 Unleashes AstarionRAT via ClickFix Social Engineering and Silent MSI Installs

Gbhackers •Mayura Kathir • February 17, 2026

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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

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