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Nation-stateMay 21, 2026

Chinese APTs Share Linux Backdoor in Central Asia Telco Attacks

Chinese APTs are using the 'Showboat' Linux backdoor to target Central Asian telecom providers.

Summary

Chinese APT groups are actively utilizing a Linux backdoor known as 'Showboat' to conduct espionage against telecommunications providers in Central Asia. The backdoor facilitates long-term access and data exfiltration from compromised systems.

Indicators of Compromise

  • malware — Showboat

Entities

Chinese APTs (threat_actor)Linux (technology)