Wanna Build a (RAT) Remote Access Trojan??

Introduction

A Remote Access Trojan (RAT) is a type of malware that gives an attacker unauthorized access to a victim’s computer. While RATs are often used for malicious purposes, understanding how they work is important for cybersecurity professionals to develop countermeasures and protect against them. This blog post will walk you through the basics of building a simple RAT, with the emphasis that this is for educational purposes only.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational purposes only. The author is not responsible for any misuse of the code or information. Always use your knowledge ethically.

What is a Remote Access Trojan (RAT)?

A Remote Access Trojan is a type of malware that allows the attacker to remotely control the infected system. Once a RAT is installed on a victim’s machine, it can perform a variety of tasks, including:

• Keylogging: Recording the keystrokes of the victim.
• Screen capturing: Taking screenshots of the victim’s screen.
• File access: Reading, writing, or deleting files.
• Process management: Starting, stopping, or killing processes.
• Remote shell: Executing commands on the victim’s machine.