In an inspiring display of digital mischief, Chaos RAT is making its rounds with all the charm of a computer virus that just discovered sarcasm. Operating systems Windows and Linux are reportedly quaking in their boots, or whatever tech-y metaphor fits here, as a new variant of this remote access trojan sets out on its conquest.

Threat hunters from Acronis have been valiantly trying to wrangle this digital chaos, even as the malware giggles in the background. It appears that Chaos RAT has taken up residency by tricking unsuspecting users into downloading what they thought was a harmless network troubleshooting tool. “Just a little utility,” mused Chaos RAT, probably, “to troubleshoot all your data for me to steal!”

Meanwhile, cyber defenders are left scratching their heads, wondering if Chaos RAT’s next act will be to appear on a computer screen dressed as a clown, squirting digital water at unsuspecting users. Until then, the IT world can bask in the glory of knowing they’re up against a digital pest with the comedic timing of a 90s sitcom.