### Overview
During the analysis of persistence mechanisms, it was discovered that Whitefly APT has compromised an open-source tool widely used within the organization. This tool has been modified to evade defense mechanisms and facilitate lateral movement.

### Key Findings
- **Tool Modification**: Alterations to the source code to include backdoor functionality.
- **Evasion Techniques**: The tool appears benign but contains hidden capabilities to bypass detection.
- **Impact on Infrastructure**: The tool is deployed across several critical systems, amplifying the threat landscape.

### Recommendations
- Perform a comprehensive audit of open-source tools and validate their integrity.
- Educate users on potential risks associated with unverified open-source software.