Tag: phishing campaigns
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China-Aligned Spies Target AI Policy Experts in Sophisticated Phishing Campaigns
In a sophisticated phishing scam, a China-aligned group impersonated top US officials, including a former White House science advisor, to target AI policy experts in July 2026. The attackers used fake emails to trick their victims into divulging sensitive information.
Microsoft Cloud Accounts Targeted in Passkey Phishing Campaigns
Microsoft uncovered a massive phishing campaign that sent over a million scam emails in just three days, cleverly impersonating CEOs and other executives to trick companies into divulging sensitive info. The attackers then switched tactics, using passkey-themed social engineering to hijack cloud accounts and steal corporate files.
Google Tracks Russian Cyber Spies Abusing OAuth in Targeted Phishing Campaigns
Google is sounding the alarm on Russian cyber spies who are using OAuth to carry out highly targeted phishing campaigns against top industries, and is sharing details of the attacks to help people recognize malicious outreach. The tech giant has identified three distinct groups behind the ongoing operations, which have been targeting individuals in Europe and the US since last year.
Trust Eroded in Quiet Places
Beware of PDFs that seem harmless - they can now silently install malware on your device, thanks to a sneaky new phishing campaign that uses ClickOnce files to deploy Rust-based backdoors. This stealthy tactic requires no user interaction, making it a potent threat.
US Offers Bounty for Hackers Targeting WhatsApp, Signal Users
The US government is cracking down on hackers targeting WhatsApp and Signal users, offering up to $10 million for information that helps track down those behind the attacks. The move aims to take down Russian-linked hacker groups that have been phishing US officials, military leaders, and allied personnel.