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Bootkitty was first observed, and reported, late last week.

It is the first malware of its kind, since it targets Linux devices.

A digital themed isometric showing a neon padlock in the foreground, and a technological diagram of a processor logic board in the background.

Spotted by researchers from ESET, the malware was described as an early development stage version.

In any case, the finding marks an important moment in the development and destructive potential of UEFI bootkits.

ViaArs Technica

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