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New msaRAT malware uses Chrome, Edge browsers to route C2 traffic

BleepingComputer·July 23, 2026·1 min read
New msaRAT malware uses Chrome, Edge browsers to route C2 traffic

The Chaos ransomware gang deployed a new backdoor called msaRAT that hides command-and-control communication by routing it through Chrome or Edge browsers. The malware represents an evolution in evasion techniques, using legitimate browser processes to blend in with normal network traffic and avoid detection by security tools.

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