Detections
Analytics
Hikit Backdoor Detection
critical Nessus Plugin ID 78429
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Synopsis
The remote host runs a potentially malicious remote administration tool.Description
The remote host is running a Hikit backdoor client. Hikit is a remote administration tool (RAT) used to control computers infected by malware. The 'client' component is used to control those computers and is associated with malicious activity.Solution
Run local scans of the target host and all other potentially infected hosts using appropriate malware detection and removal tools.Plugin Details
Severity: Critical
ID: 78429
File Name: hikit_detect.nasl
Version: 1.7
Type: remote
Family: Backdoors
Published: 10/14/2014
Updated: 4/11/2022
Configuration: Enable thorough checks
Asset Inventory: true
Supported Sensors: Nessus
Vulnerability Information
CPE: x-cpe:/a:hikit:hikit