Pikabot Loader

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Loader for C2/botnet

Source Attribution

Origin
MITRE
Source
Researchers
Verified
2026-08-26T16:07:01.550Z
Confidence
high

Source: Researchers · Verified: 2026-08-26T16:07:01.550Z · Confidence: high

Security Timeline

  • discovered Pikabot Loader first observed
  • updated Encyclopedia entry reviewed (Phase 45C)

Quick Answer

Pikabot is a loader delivering Cobalt Strike and ransomware access since early 2023. (attributes recorded from Researchers).

Definition

Pikabot is a loader delivering Cobalt Strike and ransomware access since early 2023.

Overview

Pikabot is a loader delivering Cobalt Strike and ransomware access since early 2023.

Behavior

  • Phishing
  • dropper chain

First Seen

2023-01

Target

Loader for C2/botnet

Malware Intelligence

Family: Pikabot Loader

Techniques: T1566, T1105

Targets: Loader for C2/botnet

Behavior:
  • Phishing
  • dropper chain

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