Vermilion Strike (Windows)

First seen
2021-09-15 00:00:00
Malware type
rat
Profile updated
2026-07-07 14:30:54

Targeted industries: government-and-public-sector defense-and-aerospace technology-and-telecommunications

Context

Vermilion Strike is a Windows-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT) used primarily for cyber espionage activities. It targets governmental, defense, and technology sectors to exfiltrate sensitive information. The tool facilitates unauthorized network access and data theft.

Reports & references

  • intezer.com — Vermilionstrike Reimplementation Cobaltstrike (report)
  • malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Win.Vermilion Strike (report)

External references