Intrusion PreventionAsyncRAT.Botnet
Description
This indicates that a system might be infected by AsyncRAT Botnet.
AsyncRAT is a Windows malware that can remotely control the infected computer. It has abilities to turn on web cams, take screenshots, steal credentials, execute arbitrary commands, and download other malware.
All botnet signatures from FortiOS 5.6 onwards are under IPS, and have their default action set to "Block".
Affected Products
Any unprotected Windows system is vulnerable.
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
If required, the signature's action can be set to "Block".
Please use Anti-Virus software to scan and clean the infected devices.
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
| ID | 50509 |
| Created | Jul 12, 2021 |
| Updated | Sep 02, 2025 |
| Risk |
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| Default Action | pass |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |
| Profile Type | Malware |