What is a rootkit?
A rootkit is a type of malware that gives an attacker hidden administrative access to a system. Rootkits are designed to be difficult to detect and can conceal other malicious activities like keyloggers or backdoors.
A rootkit is like a burglar who not only breaks in but hides in the walls and disables the alarm system.
Example
An attacker exploits a flaw in an outdated server and installs a rootkit. The IT team sees no signs of intrusion, but the rootkit allows full control while masking the attacker’s actions in logs.
Sicra and rootkits
Sicra helps organizations detect and remove rootkits through services like "security analysis" and "incident response". This includes advanced threat detection and restoring control over compromised systems.
Services
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Related terms: Antivirus, Cybersecurity, Fileless malware, Exploit kit, SOC, Threat intelligence, Zero-Day vulnerability, Hacking, MDR, Credential stuffing