First Linux UEFI Bootkit 'Bootkitty' Discovered, Signaling New Security Concerns
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Cybersecurity researchers at ESET have identified Bootkitty, the first-known UEFI bootkit targeting Linux systems. This sophisticated malware can survive OS reinstallations and demonstrates attackers' growing interest in compromising Linux-based infrastructure.
First Linux UEFI Bootkit Malware Emerges as New Cybersecurity Threat
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Security researchers have discovered Bootkitty, the first-ever UEFI bootkit malware targeting Linux systems, marking a significant evolution in firmware-level threats. While currently limited to Ubuntu and containing implementation flaws, this proof-of-concept malware demonstrates cybercriminals' expanding focus beyond Windows environments.