"Bootkitty": First UEFI Bootkit Threatens Linux Systems
TL;DR
Security researchers at ESET have discovered Bootkitty, the first known UEFI bootkit targeting Linux systems, uploaded to VirusTotal. While currently limited to Ubuntu and lacking full functionality, Bootkitty represents a potential shift in UEFI threats, previously exclusive to Windows. This development underscores the need for vigilance against future Linux-targeted bootkits, which can persist undetected by infecting firmware before the operating system loads.
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