OTX Threat: New Backdoor May be Linked to Ransomware Access Broker

A stealthy new backdoor called Mistic has been deployed in cybercrime intrusions since April 2026, potentially linked to Woodgnat, an initial access broker associated with multiple ransomware operations including Qilin, Interlock, Rhysida, Akira, 8Base and Black Basta. Mistic was deployed alongside ModeloRAT in at least one case, a tool developed by Woodgnat. The backdoor uses sideloading techniqu Sectors: Insurance, Education, Technology