Blackshades Remote Access Tool (RAT)

Jan 07, 2015, 11:12 AM

http://www.stateoftheinternet.com/resources-web-security-threat-advisories-2014-blackshades-rat.html The Blackshades Remote Access Tool (RAT) enables cybercriminals to infect and take control of Windows machines so they can be used for identity theft, blackmail, stealth surveillance, and other damaging actions. Learn more about this high-risk and powerful threat in this infographic from Prolexic (now part of Akamai), then get helpful DDoS detection and mitigation best practices by downloading the free threat advisory.