Tag: seo poisoning
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GPU mining malware spreads via SEO poisoning and AI chatbot manipulation
Beware of a sneaky malware that's spreading through manipulated AI chatbot responses and search engine poisoning, tricking users into downloading GPU mining malware. Victims unknowingly stumble upon malicious links while searching for popular software or getting recommendations from AI assistants.
Iranian Hackers Deploy AI-Backed MiniFast Backdoor via Phishing and SEO Poisoning
Iranian hackers have escalated their cyber attacks, leveraging AI-powered tools to craft malware and targeting key sectors like aviation, defense, and telecommunications across the US, Europe, and the Middle East. Their sophisticated tactics, including phishing and SEO poisoning, have allowed them to spy on organizations with alarming speed and efficiency.
Iran-Linked Hackers Target US Aviation with Sophisticated Phishing and SEO Poisoning
Meet Nimbus Manticore, an Iran-linked hacking group that's back with a vengeance, using clever phishing and SEO poisoning tactics to target the US aviation industry in a series of sophisticated attacks. Their latest campaign, which ran from February to April 2026, marked a significant expansion into aviation, defense, and telecommunications.
GitHub Facades Used to Disguise EtherRAT Malware Distribution
Malicious actors have been using 44 cleverly disguised GitHub facades to spread EtherRAT malware, masquerading as legitimate admin and dev tools between December 2025 and April 2026. These fake repositories were designed to manipulate search results, leading victims to download a malicious MSI installer hidden in a second, secret GitHub account.