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MalwareMar 12, 2026

Rust-Based VENON Malware Targets 33 Brazilian Banks with Credential-Stealing Overlays

VENON is a newly discovered Rust-based banking malware targeting 33 Brazilian banks, designed to steal credentials through overlay attacks on Windows systems. This marks a notable shift in the Latin American cybercrime landscape from traditional Delphi-based malware families. The malware was first identified last month and poses a significant threat to Brazilian banking customers.

Summary

VENON is a newly discovered Rust-based banking malware targeting 33 Brazilian banks, designed to steal credentials through overlay attacks on Windows systems. This marks a notable shift in the Latin American cybercrime landscape from traditional Delphi-based malware families. The malware was first identified last month and poses a significant threat to Brazilian banking customers.

Indicators of Compromise

  • malware — VENON