Aeternum C2 Botnet Stores Encrypted Commands on Polygon Blockchain to Evade Takedown

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Researchers disclosed Aeternum C2, a new botnet that stores encrypted commands on the Polygon blockchain to evade takedowns. The botnet uses blockchain infrastructure instead of traditional C2 servers, making it highly resilient to law enforcement disruption efforts while maintaining persistent command capabilities.

Read full article → https://thehackernews.com/2026/02/aeternum-c2-botn…

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