A tainted version of the popular password manager KeePass is being distributed by cybercriminals, allowing them to steal data and deploy ransomware.
The malicious KeePass variant includes an infostealer and a Cobalt Strike beacon, enabling attackers to access saved passwords and deploy ransomware through network access.
The cybercriminals behind the attack are associated with an initial access broker group (IAB) known as UNC4696, linked to the ransomware operator Black Basta.
The fake password manager website, hosting the malicious version of KeePass, continues to serve malware to unsuspecting users through an extensive infrastructure.