Brambul
# Brambul

Brambul is an SMB protocol computer worm that decrypts and automatically moves from one computer to its second computer.

It is responsible for the dropping of the Joanap botnet.

## History

Brambul was first discovered in 2009 and has not had a disclosure prior to its notoriety. It was observed by cybersecurity firms and was not extensive subject.

### Sony hack (Late 2014)

Brambul was among the malware to be identified during the Sony Pictures hack.

### Investigation (Early 2019)

Brambul as well as Joanap botnet have both been shut down via a court order.

## Cycle

The computer worm has the ability to automatically scan IP addresses and decrypt passwords including, but not limited to the following.

| Password | Description |
| - | - |
| password | The word password |
| !@#$% | 1-5 typed with the shift key |
| !@#$%^&* | all ten number keys typed with the shift key |
| ~!@#$%^&*_+ | the entire top row of keys typed with the shift key |

### System drive share

Brambul will share information of the system to the cyberattacker. Information shared includes the IP address, hostname and the username and password.

