Understanding the Threat of Payloadless Malware
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, payloadless malware has emerged as a sophisticated and stealthy adversary. Unlike traditional malware that relies on delivering a malicious payload (such as a virus, trojan, or ransomware) to the target system, payloadless malware operates without a distinct, harmful component. Instead, it leverages legitimate system tools and functionalities to execute malicious activities, making it harder to detect and mitigate.
How Payloadless Malware Works
Payloadless malware typically exploits existing vulnerabilities in system tools and software. Common techniques include: