A New Golang-based Peer-To-Peer Botnet Targeting Linux Servers

A new Golang-based peer-to-peer (P2P) botnet has been spotted actively targeting Linux servers in the education sector since its emergence in March 2022. Dubbed Panchan by Akamai Security Research, the malware “utilizes its built-in concurrency features to maximize spreadability and execute malware modules” and “harvests SSH keys to perform lateral movement.” The feature-packed botnet, which…

Polestar 5 — everything we know so far

A few years ago, a lot of people wouldn’t know the name Polestar. Not unless they were really into Swedish motorsport and Volvo trivia. But times change, and now Polestar is one of the biggest names in performance electric cars. The 2024 Polestar 5 looks ready to continue that legacy. The Polestar 5 is one…