China-linked Red Menshen using BPFdoor kernel backdoor in telecom networks
27 March 2026 at 05:05
Backdoor operates at the kernel level using BPF to passively inspect traffic and trigger on crafted packets, avoiding exposed ports or typical C2 indicators.
Tradecraft enables long-term persistence and covert access inside core network infrastructure, with very limited visibility from standard monitoring.
Interesting case of network-layer backdoor design rather than traditional userland implants.
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