Aeternum C2 Botnet Leverages Polygon Blockchain for Enhanced Resilience

Qrator Research Lab identified Aeternum C2, a botnet that leverages the Polygon blockchain to distribute command-and-control (C2) instructions, significantly hindering takedown efforts. The botnet’s use of decentralized blockchain technology makes it resistant to traditional disruption methods. No specific dates, infection numbers, or technical implementation details were disclosed in the report. The primary impact is the botnet’s enhanced resilience against shutdown attempts due to its blockchain-based infrastructure. The discovery highlights a shift in malware persistence tactics by exploiting decentralized networks. No CVE IDs or additional attack vectors were mentioned.