Node.js: Old Technique Makes a Comeback | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware - National Cyber Security Consulting

Node.js: Old Technique Makes a Comeback | #hacking | #cybersecurity | #infosec | #comptia | #pentest | #ransomware - National Cyber Security Consulting

Key findings Abuse of Node.js has undergone a revival. The Symantec Threat Hunter Team has observed the technique being used by multiple actors since February 2026. Victims have included government departments, technology companies and hotels. The technique's appeal is that node.exe (the binary that runs Node.js) is a legitimate, signed developer tool. The attacker’s malicious […] Thank you for subscribing to our RSS feed!