Elastic Security Labs is observing multiple campaigns that appear to be leveraging the commercial AV/EDR evasion framework, SHELLTER, to load malware.
SHELLTER is marketed to the offensive security industry for sanctioned security evaluations, enabling red team operators to more effectively deploy their C2 frameworks against contemporary anti-malware solutions. SHELLTER, like many other offensive security tools (OSTs), is a dual-use product. Malicious actors, once they gain access to it, can use SHELLTER to extend the lifespan of their tools. Reputable offensive security vendors, such as the Shellter Project, implement safeguards to mitigate the risk of their products being used maliciously.
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Source: Elastic Security
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