Theregister Criminals Launch RAT-as-a-Service via Fake RMM Vendor
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Cybercriminals created a fake remote management vendor that sells a remote access trojan (RAT) disguised as legitimate enterprise software for $300 a month. This scheme exploits the growing trend of using remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools for cyberattacks, affecting organizations that may unknowingly purchase the malicious software. Researchers at Proofpoint identified this operation in late January 2026.
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2026-01-31
Proofpoint uncovers fake RMM vendor selling RAT
2026-02-19
The Register and Proofpoint publish articles on the discovery
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