The extension is called Cloud9, and cybersecurity researchers at Zimperium say they have seen it infecting browsers around the globe.
Security researchers have discovered a Chrome browser botnet that uses malicious extensions to steal accounts, inject ads and malicious JavaScript code, log keystrokes, and exploit victims’ browsers in DDoS attacks.that the botnet — called ‘Cloud9’ — is essentially a remote access trojan that lets malicious actors execute commands remotely.
The approach seems effective, with researchers at Zimperium claiming they have seen Cloud9 infections worldwide.The Cloud9 extension comprises three JavaScript files designed to collect system information, leverage host resources to mine cryptocurrency, perform DDoS attacks, and inject code to run browser exploits.Firefox — CVE-2019-11708 and CVE-2019-9810.The exploits automatically install and run Windows malware on the host’s machine, which can lead to further system compromises.
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