GigaWiper merges disk wiper, fake ransomware, and spyware into a single backdoor
Microsoft uncovered GigaWiper, a Golang backdoor that lets attackers pick between a physical disk wiper, a fake ransomware encryptor, and a FlockWiper-derived scrubber. By bundling three legacy tools into one implant, the group gains on‑demand destructive power while keeping a minimal footprint. Defenders must watch for its multi‑stage C2 commands and the distinctive Go binary traits.