MalwareMar 12, 2026
US disrupts SocksEscort proxy network powered by Linux malware
US and European law enforcement disrupted the SocksEscort cybercrime proxy network, which exclusively used Linux edge devices compromised by the AVRecon malware. The operation represents a coordinated effort between government agencies and private partners to dismantle infrastructure used for illegal proxy services.
Summary
US and European law enforcement disrupted the SocksEscort cybercrime proxy network, which exclusively used Linux edge devices compromised by the AVRecon malware. The operation represents a coordinated effort between government agencies and private partners to dismantle infrastructure used for illegal proxy services.
Indicators of Compromise
- malware — AVRecon
- malware — SocksEscort