PEEP: A Browser RAT Posing as a Chrome Extension

SOCRadar's STRU analyzed PEEP, an emerging Chromium-based RAT disguised as a Chrome extension enabling post-exploitation control of browsers.

SOCRadar's Threat Research Unit (STRU) identified and analyzed PEEP, a Chromium-based post-exploitation toolkit distributed as a browser extension. PEEP provides RAT-style capabilities while posing as a legitimate Chrome extension. It is assessed as an emerging threat worth monitoring by defenders.

• PEEP is a Chromium-based post-exploitation toolkit delivered as a browser extension.
• Provides remote access/RAT functionality while posing as a legitimate Chrome extension.
• SOCRadar's STRU assesses it as an emerging threat requiring monitoring.