Trendmicro KongTuke Campaign Exploits Compromised WordPress Sites with modeloRAT
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The KongTuke group is actively deploying modeloRAT malware through compromised WordPress sites, utilizing fake CAPTCHA lures for initial access. This campaign continues alongside their newer CrashFix technique, posing a significant threat to affected organizations relying on WordPress. Huntress researchers identified this tactic in January 2026.
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2026-01-01
Huntress identifies new initial access technique by KongTuke
2026-03-10
Trendmicro publishes analysis of KongTuke's ClickFix abuse
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