Proof of Concept: Using Hinge Dating App as a Command and Control Server
By
mattwiese
Hot, fresh, and worth queueing round the block for.
Summary
This article presents a proof-of-concept demonstration of using the Hinge dating app as a command and control (C2) server for cybersecurity purposes. The author details how to set up Hinge accounts, configure the app, and use it as a covert communication channel for C2 operations, highlighting the security implications of using legitimate apps for malicious purposes. The technique involves patching the app and performing man-in-the-middle attacks, making it a creative but concerning approach that threat actors could potentially exploit.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledThis doesn't qualify for consideration through Hinge's Hacker One disclosure page since we need to patch the app and MITM it.
Although this technique is convoluted, I think a threat actor could make great use of it, which means it's worthy of attention.
Besides, making C2s out of random things is free and fun entertainment, as Mauro Eldritch demonstrates.
Repository: https://github.com/matthewwiese/hinge-command-control-c2
Our first hurdle is the account creation setup.
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