Dissecting GootLoader With Nodejs

This article demonstrates how to circumvent anti-analysis techniques employed by GootLoader malware while utilizing Node.js debugging in Visual Studio Code. GootLoader JavaScript files employ an evasion technique that can pose a formidable challenge for sandboxes attempting to analyze the malware. The malware creators leveraged time-consuming loops with arrays of functions to deliberately delay the execution of malicious code effectively implementing a sleep period to obfuscate GootLoaders malicious nature. Through continuous collaboration and knowledge sharing we can enhance our ability to detect analyze and develop effective countermeasures against such malicious software.