Remote Administration Tool
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General Information
| Title | RAT File Extension |
| Extension | .rat |
| Full Form | Remote Administration Tool |
| File Type | Executable File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Remote control |
| Additional Functions | System administration, Surveillance |
| Features | Stealth, Real-time control |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | Stealth mode |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Remote Monitoring | Yes |
| System Administration | Rarely |
| Malicious Activities | Commonly |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | High risk |
| Best Practices | Avoid opening, Firewall settings |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .exe, .bat, .com, .pif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 DarkComet RAT |
Discontinued | Windows |
| njRAT |
Discontinued | Windows |
| ProRat |
Discontinued | Windows |