Malware Being Sold as a Service on the Dark Web

? Attention Business Owners: Meet DeerStealer - a sophisticated new malware scheme whose creators are offering this, Malware as a Service, for sale on the dark web.

Here’s the issue in plain terms:

• Hackers are buying full-fledged attack kits (including DeerStealer) for $200–$3,000/month, giving them advanced capabilities you’d expect only from elite cyber-crime groups.

• It uses sneaky methods to break past your security: using simple Sponsored ad pages that trick someone into downloading malicious files instead of the intended application

• Once inside, it steals everything: browser extensions, crypto-wallets, VPN credentials, email apps, documents - basically your business’s lifeblood.

• Why this matters: It’s not just about losing data. It’s about losing trust, exposing client or partner information, and facing costly disruption.

What you can do RIGHT NOW to defend your business:

✅ Work with a Manager Service provider who will monitor for unusual activity like unexpected file access, remote logins, or new tools being installed.

✅ Educate your team on the “copy-paste” trick, if someone asks you to paste a command into your run prompt, stop and verify.

✅ Require suspicion: if an email or POP-up urges immediate action, take a step back and ask questions rather than act on fear.

✅ Enforce Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) everywhere, make it harder for attackers even if they acquire an employee's credentials.

✅ Keep operating systems, software, and browsers updated. Many advanced attacks depend on outdated systems.

✅ Verify the website or application is the intended location or genuine software and not something "Sponsored" to get you away from the real deal.

This isn’t a “might happen someday” threat; it’s happening now, and now lower level cyber criminals are are able to purchase the tools like DeerStealer meaning these kinds of attacks will become more prolific.

Stay ahead. Share this with your team. And if you’d like help assessing your vulnerability, tightening your defenses, or adding Managed Services to your business call us today.