# Vanta RAT Explanation

#### You:
what is vanta rat or vanta.st

#### ChatGPT:
If you're referring to **Vanta.st**, it is generally associated with a **remote access tool (RAT)** that has appeared in malware analysis reports under names like **"Vanta.exe"** and **DiscordRAT**. Security researchers have identified samples that allow attackers to remotely control infected Windows systems, gather information, and communicate through Discord infrastructure. ([ANY.RUN](https://any.run/report/70c2252bdad4c1029f072a406b1bdc81c918ce999802563e563805e46686f1e2/abb36f3f-0017-4058-98f0-17d78d1b9f72?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

### What is a RAT?

A **Remote Access Trojan (RAT)** is malware that gives an attacker control over a victim's computer. Typical capabilities include:

- Executing commands remotely.
- Uploading and downloading files.
- Collecting system information.
- Logging keystrokes.
- Taking screenshots.
- Establishing persistent access. ([MITRE ATT\&CK](https://attack.mitre.org/software/S0141/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [NHS England Digital](https://digital.nhs.uk/cyber-alerts/2021/cc-3763?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

### What is Vanta.st specifically?

Information on **vanta.st** is limited and there does not appear to be a legitimate, widely recognized software company or product by that name. In cybersecurity discussions, "Vanta" has been used for malware samples and Discord-based RATs, and some analyses have labeled files named **Vanta.exe** as malicious. ([ANY.RUN](https://any.run/report/70c2252bdad4c1029f072a406b1bdc81c918ce999802563e563805e46686f1e2/abb36f3f-0017-4058-98f0-17d78d1b9f72?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

### Should you be concerned?

If:

- You downloaded software from **vanta.st**,
- Someone sent you a file claiming to be "Vanta",
- Or you suspect it may have run on your computer,

then it would be wise to:

1. Disconnect the machine from the internet.
2. Run a full scan with a reputable antivirus or anti-malware product.
3. Check for unknown startup entries and running processes.
4. Change passwords from a clean device if sensitive accounts may have been exposed.

If you have a particular file, website screenshot, or executable from **vanta.st**, I can help analyze what it is and whether it shows signs of being malicious.
