What is Async RAT?
It supports multiple functionalities, including keylogging, screen capturing, file exfiltration, and even cryptocurrency mining. Async RAT is known for its user-friendly interface, allowing even less-skilled attackers to deploy it effectively. Security researchers have observed its use in targeted attacks against businesses, governments, and individuals.
Key Features of Async RAT
- Remote Desktop Control – Provides full access to the victim’s desktop, allowing attackers to interact with the system in real time.
- Keylogging – Logs keystrokes to steal passwords, credit card details, and other sensitive input.
- File Management – Enables attackers to upload, download, delete, or modify files on the infected machine.
- Screen Capture – Takes screenshots of the victim’s activities and sends them to the attacker.
- Webcam & Microphone Access – Spies on victims by activating their webcam and recording audio without consent.
- Persistent Backdoor – Ensures the malware remains installed even after system reboots.
- Process Manipulation – Can terminate, suspend, or inject code into running processes.
- Cryptocurrency Mining – Uses the victim’s hardware resources to mine cryptocurrencies like Monero.
- Spread via USB – Can propagate through removable drives to infect other systems.
- Anti-Detection Techniques – Uses obfuscation, encryption, and process hollowing to evade antivirus software.
