A search through the online mirror of the information stolen from Hacking Team shows indications that a BIOS-based infection capability was developed as part of the Remote Control System software. This may be the first time a commercial spyware product claims this type of capability.
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Hacking Team Documents Claim BIOS-based Persistence
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