# C2

Researchers have uncovered the SSHStalker botnet, which utilizes IRC C2 to control Linux systems through legacy kernel exploits. This botnet establishes persistent, covert access by exploiting vulnerabilities in Linux systems and SSH servers.

### About C2
C2 is a multifaceted topic covering educational content, gaming, automotive themes, cybersecurity, and professional wrestling.  

### Insights
- c2 sentiment is up 42% from the previous week.

### Engagements: [---------] (24h)
![Engagements Line Chart](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:600/t:c2/c:line/m:interactions/iv:1d.svg)  
[Engagements 24-Hour Time-Series Raw Data](/topic/c2/time-series/interactions.tsv)  
Current Value: [---------]  
Daily Average: [---------]  
[--] Week: [-------] -92%  
[--] Month: [----------] -74%  
[--] Months: [-------------] +76%  
[--] Year: [-------------] +333%  
1-Year High: [----------] on 2025-12-06  
1-Year Low: [---------] on 2025-04-28  

Engagements by network (24h):
X: [---------]
Instagram: [---]
News: [------]
YouTube: [---------]
TikTok: [-------]
Reddit: [-----]

  
  
### Mentions: [-----] (24h)
![Mentions Line Chart](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:600/t:c2/c:line/m:posts_active/iv:1d.svg)  
[Mentions 24-Hour Time-Series Raw Data](/topic/c2/time-series/posts_active.tsv)  
Current Value: [-----]  
Daily Average: [-----]  
[--] Month: [-----] +58%  
[--] Months: [------] +222%  
1-Year High: [-----] on 2025-11-25  
1-Year Low: [-----] on 2025-02-15  

Mentions by network (24h):
X: [-----]
Instagram: [--]
News: [--]
YouTube: [---]
TikTok: [---]
Reddit: [---]

  
  
### Creators: [-----] (24h)
![Creators Line Chart](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:600/t:c2/c:line/m:contributors_active/iv:1d.svg)  
[Creators 24-Hour Time-Series Raw Data](/topic/c2/time-series/contributors_active.tsv)  
[-----] unique social accounts have posts mentioning C2 in the last [--] hours which is down 12% from [-----] in the previous [--] hours
Daily Average: [-----]  
[--] Month: [-----] +40%  
[--] Months: [------] +320%  
1-Year High: [-----] on 2025-11-01  
1-Year Low: [---] on 2025-02-15  

The most influential creators that mention C2 in the last [--] hours

| Creator                                    | Rank | Followers | Posts | Engagements |
| -------                                    | ---- | --------- | ----- | ----------- |
| [@1m1n0fe](/creator/twitter/1m1n0fe)       | [--]    | [-----]     | [--]     | [--]           |
| [@dhkdnxlzpt](/creator/twitter/dhkdnxlzpt) | [--]    | [---]       | [--]     | [--]           |

[View More](/list/creators/c2/100)
  
  
### Sentiment: 75%
![Sentiment Line Chart](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:600/t:c2/c:line/m:sentiment/iv:1d.svg)  
[Sentiment 24-Hour Time-Series Raw Data](/topic/c2/time-series/sentiment.tsv)  
Current Value: 75%  
Daily Average: 79%  
[--] Week: 71% +21%  
[--] Month: 72% -13%  
[--] Months: 72% +13%  
[--] Year: 72% -17%  
1-Year High: 98% on 2025-11-27  
1-Year Low: 13% on 2025-07-30  

Most Supportive Themes:
- English Language Learning: (30%) Focuses on improving English proficiency, particularly for IELTS exams, with an emphasis on vocabulary and fluency at the C2 level.
- Gaming Content: (20%) Discussions and content related to various video games, including character builds, game mechanics, and in-game items.
- Automotive Enthusiast Content: (15%) Showcasing and discussing classic and modern cars, with a particular focus on Corvettes and other performance vehicles.
- Cybersecurity and Hacking: (15%) Content related to cybersecurity threats, command and control (C2) frameworks, and defensive strategies.
  
Most Critical Themes:
- Professional Wrestling and Sports Entertainment: (10%) Discussions and news surrounding professional wrestling events, tournaments, and talent.
- Financial Trading and Analysis: (10%) Posts related to financial markets, trading strategies, and indicator analysis.
  

### Top C2 News
Top news links shared on social in the last [--] hours  

*Showing a maximum of [--] news posts without a LunarCrush subscription.*  

"SSHStalker Botnet Uses IRC C2 to Control Linux Systems via Legacy Kernel Exploits Researchers uncover SSHStalker an IRC botnet exploiting legacy Linux flaws and SSH servers to build persistent covert access"  
[News Link](https://thehackernews.com/2026/02/sshstalker-botnet-uses-irc-c2-to.html) [@TheHackersNews](/creator/x/TheHackersNews) 2026-02-11T09:59Z 1M followers, 54.2K engagements



### Top C2 Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

*Showing a maximum of [--] top social posts without a LunarCrush subscription.*

"Mejora su tiempo Alonso con el C2 👉 1'38"248 es el nuevo registro del espaol. y con sustito incluido #F1 #F1Testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/SoyMotor/status/2021966346637259236) [@SoyMotor](/creator/x/SoyMotor) 2026-02-12T15:15Z 291.9K followers, 60K engagements


"🚨 El stint de Pierre Gasly con neumaticos C2. 1:40.834 1:40.743 1:40.921 1:40.912 1:41:880 1:41.106 1:41.559 1:41.742 1:41.566 1:41.918 1:41.547 1:42.061 1:42.137 #F1 #F1Testing 🗞 @LucianoYoma"  
[X Link](https://x.com/alpineclub_esp/status/2021935051282551028) [@alpineclub_esp](/creator/x/alpineclub_esp) 2026-02-12T13:10Z 24.4K followers, [----] engagements


"🔵Pierre a effectu une simulation de rythme course avec les pneus C2 avec plus de [--] tours. Lquipe se concentre cette semaine sur la gestion des pneumatiques. #F1Testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/PG10_FanactuFr/status/2021933899325354429) [@PG10_FanactuFr](/creator/x/PG10_FanactuFr) 2026-02-12T13:06Z 11.4K followers, [----] engagements


"🚨 Pierre Gasly en pista con neumaticos C2. El trabajo de la tarde comienza. #F1 #F1Testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/alpineclub_esp/status/2021927170692854218) [@alpineclub_esp](/creator/x/alpineclub_esp) 2026-02-12T12:39Z 24.4K followers, [----] engagements

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