World Leaks Ransomware Group Deploys Custom RustyRocket Malware
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World Leaks, a data extortion group, has added a new malware called RustyRocket to its arsenal. This sophisticated tool, written in Rust, targets both Windows and Linux environments, enabling stealthy data exfiltration and proxy traffic. The malware uses multi-layered encryption and requires a pre-encrypted configuration at runtime, making it difficult to detect. World Leaks has been active since early 2025, gaining initial access through social engineering, stolen credentials, or exposed infrastructure. The group has targeted high-profile companies, including Nike, and has been known to expose stolen data if ransom demands are not met.
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12.02.2026 15:30 1 articles · 9h ago
World Leaks Deploys RustyRocket Malware for Stealthy Data Exfiltration
World Leaks, a data extortion group, has added a new malware called RustyRocket to its arsenal. This sophisticated tool, written in Rust, targets both Windows and Linux environments, enabling stealthy data exfiltration and proxy traffic. The malware uses multi-layered encryption and requires a pre-encrypted configuration at runtime, making it difficult to detect.
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- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30
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RustyRocket is a novel malware written in Rust, targeting both Windows and Linux environments.
First reported: 12.02.2026 15:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30
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The malware uses multi-layered encrypted tunnels to blend malicious activity with legitimate network traffic.
First reported: 12.02.2026 15:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30
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RustyRocket requires a pre-encrypted configuration at runtime, making it difficult to monitor and detect.
First reported: 12.02.2026 15:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30
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World Leaks gains initial network access via social engineering, stolen credentials, or exploiting exposed infrastructure.
First reported: 12.02.2026 15:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30
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The group has targeted high-profile companies, including Nike, and has exposed over 188,000 stolen files.
First reported: 12.02.2026 15:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- World Leaks Ransomware Group Adds Stealthy, Custom Malware ‘RustyRocket’ to Attacks — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.02.2026 15:30