Description
NetCat is a classic command line networking utility that reads from and writes to network connections, which administrators and cyberattackers both use. Its versatility for opening ports, transferring files, and creating reverse shells makes it a common post exploitation tool, so detections warrant verification against authorized use.
Stats
- First seen
- March 2022
- Last seen
- October 2026
Also known as
Netcat
Alert name variants
| Alert Name |
|---|
| Application.NetCat.AZ |
| Application.NetCat.BA |
| Application.Tool.Netcat.M |
| Win32.Hacktool.NetCat |
| Win32.Network.NetCat |
| Win32.Rootkit.Netcat |
| Win32.Trojan.Netcat |