Following the report published on the Operation Triangulation attack campaign targeting iOS devices, Kaspersky researchers have released a special "triangle_check" utility that automatically scans for malware infection. The tool is publicly shared on GitHub and available for macOS, Windows and Linux.
On 1 June, Kaspersky researchers reported a new mobile APT targeting iOS devices. The campaign uses zero-click exploits transmitted via iMessage to install malware and take full control of the device and user data, with the ultimate aim of spying on users discreetly. The victims included Kaspersky employees, but the company's researchers believe that the scope of the attack goes far beyond the organisation. By continuing their investigation, Kaspersky researchers intend to provide greater clarity and detail on the global proliferation of this spyware.
The initial report already included a detailed description of the mechanisms for self-checking traces of compromise using the MVT tool. Today, Kaspersky has published a special utility called 'triangle_check' on GitHub. This utility, available for macOS, Windows and Linux in Python, allows users to automatically search for traces of malware infection and thus check whether or not a device has been infected.
Before installing the tool, users must first make a backup of the device. Once the backup copy has been created, the user can install and run the tool. If indicators of compromise are detected, the tool displays a "DETECTED" notification confirming that the device has been infected. The "SUSPICION" message indicates the detection of less clear indicators of probable infection. No trace of compromise" is displayed if no IoC has been detected.
"Today, we are proud to release a free public tool that allows users to check if they have been affected by the sophisticated new threat. With multi-platform capabilities, 'triangle_check' allows users to scan their devices automatically," commented Igor Kuznetsov, head of the EEMEA unit of Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT). "We strongly encourage the cybersecurity community to join forces in researching this new APT, and together build a safer digital world."
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