Remcos RAT Campaign Uses Trojanized VeraCrypt Installers to Steal Credentials

Gbhackers •Mayura Kathir • January 19, 2026

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Remcos RAT Campaign Targets South Korean Users with Trojanized VeraCrypt Installers A malware campaign has been identified that distributes the Remcos RAT disguised as VeraCrypt installers. This attack primarily targets South Korean users, particularly those involved with illegal online gambling, but poses a risk to all users downloading encryption software. 2 sources 43

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Remcos RAT Campaign Uses Trojanized VeraCrypt Installers to Steal Credentials

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