Tag: social engineering
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Cyberattackers Favor Repeatable Playbooks Over Innovative Tactics
Cyberattackers are ditching creative tactics for a straightforward, repeatable playbook - and it's surprisingly effective, with a simple trick called ClickFix accounting for 47% of attacks. This sneaky method involves guiding users through a CAPTCHA-style interaction, then tricking them into pasting a command into a terminal, all without needing attachments or vulnerabilities.
Microsoft Exposes TerminalFix Attacks Deploying Reverse Tunnels
Beware of TerminalFix attacks that use fake Cloudflare CAPTCHA prompts on compromised websites to trick you into executing malicious PowerShell commands in Windows Terminal. These sneaky attacks can lead to more complex threats, making it crucial to stay vigilant online.
Microsoft Warns of TerminalFix Malware Hiding in PNGs
Microsoft researchers have uncovered a sneaky malware campaign, dubbed TerminalFix, that hides in plain sight by masquerading as harmless PNG images - only to delete them after extraction, leaving behind a trail of PowerShell commands that can compromise your system. This fresh variant of the ClickFix social-engineering trick tricks victims into pasting malicious commands into Windows Terminal or PowerShell.
Microsoft Teams Targeted in Voice Phishing Campaigns
Beware of voice phishing scams on Microsoft Teams! A recent campaign, dubbed Spring Ring, used fake IT help desk accounts to trick over 150 employees across 10 organizations into granting remote access.
Botnets Leverage AI, Public Infrastructure in Sophisticated Attacks
A sneaky botnet called Dysphoria has compromised nearly 296,000 devices, paving the way for a wave of clever attacks that use social engineering and public infrastructure to catch victims off guard. One recent impersonation campaign even tricked employees into handing over credentials with a fake single sign-on page and a convincing phone call.
OpenAI Disrupts LLM-Driven Social Engineering Scams
Meet the scammers who got caught out by ChatGPT - literally, as OpenAI recently disrupted a sophisticated social engineering operation from Cambodia that leveraged the AI tool to run multiple scams in tandem. This cunning network blended romance scams with investment pitches, effortlessly shifting tactics mid-conversation to swindle unsuspecting victims.
Phishing Platform Targets Apple Device Owners with AI Voice Scams
Meet AnonyMousKIT, a sophisticated phishing platform that's masquerading as a legitimate business, but actually uses AI voice scams to target Apple device owners, particularly those who've recently lost or stolen their devices. This credit-based service offers a disturbingly user-friendly experience, complete with tiered subscriptions and customer support.
ReliaQuest Exposes ShinyHunters' Social Engineering Tactics
ReliaQuest sets the record straight: claims of a ransomware attack or breach are completely false. The company recently thwarted a social engineering scheme by ShinyHunters, swiftly investigating and publicly rebutting the misinformation.
Apollo Breach Exposes Sensitive Data Via Social Engineering
A recent data breach at Apollo Global Management exposed sensitive personal info, including Social Security numbers, when an unauthorized user gained cloud access for just four days, from July 6 to July 10, 2026. The breach was triggered by a social engineering attack, highlighting the importance of robust security measures.
ReliaQuest Foils ShinyHunters' Data-Theft Attack via Social Engineering
ReliaQuest swiftly foiled a sneaky social engineering attack by ShinyHunters, who tried to trick employees into spilling sensitive info, but thankfully, only had view-only access and didn't touch customer data. The company's quick response contained the threat, protecting its systems and customers from harm.
Russian Hackers Exploit Google OAuth, WhatsApp to Hijack High-Value Accounts
Meet the sneaky Russian hackers who are hijacking high-value accounts using clever tricks and fake emails to get their hands on sensitive info. They're using Google OAuth and WhatsApp to pull off their phishing scams, and experts warn that no one is safe.
Phishers Target Def Con Attendees with Persistent Campaign
Meet the sneaky phishing scam that hit Def Con attendees, using a clever Google Doc trick that looked legit - but led to a malicious web page instead. A security researcher got roped in by a scammer impersonating a CoinDesk executive, and things quickly escalated.
ShinyHunters Breach Exposes 1.6M RingCentral Accounts
A massive data breach at RingCentral has exposed the sensitive information of 1.6 million customers, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, which have been posted online by the hacker group ShinyHunters. This breach was discovered on July 28, and although RingCentral took swift action to stop the unauthorized activity, the damage has already been done.
ShinyHunters Breach Exposes 1.6 Million RingCentral Accounts
RingCentral has confirmed that a breach, known as ShinyHunters, compromised 1.6 million of its accounts, but has since taken swift action to prevent further unauthorized activity. The company is now directly contacting affected customers and has assured that its core platform remains secure and operational.
AmnesiaStealer Targets macOS via ClickFix Social Engineering
Mac users beware: a new threat called AmnesiaStealer is targeting macOS devices through clever social engineering tactics known as ClickFix, tricking victims into installing malware via a fake GitHub download page. One wrong click could compromise your entire system.
Malware Combo Targets Android Users With Loans, Credit Card Theft
In just 13 minutes, a sophisticated scam combining malware and social engineering tricked Android users into handing over their accounts and credit card info, with the thieves monetizing stolen cards in real time. The attack started with a convincing phone call from someone posing as a bank employee, leading victims to unwittingly download a remote administration tool masquerading as a legitimate app.
Lazarus Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Deploy Trojan Backdoor
Meet the sneaky Trojan backdoor, Troy, that's been secretly infiltrating defense and aerospace companies worldwide by exploiting a newly discovered Windows zero-day vulnerability. This stealthy attack, part of Operation Dream Job, tricks victims with fake job offers on LinkedIn before deploying the malware.
WindRelay Malware Enables Live-Call Loan Fraud via NFC Relay Attack
In just 13 minutes, a scammer can use a single phone call to trick victims into installing malware, allowing them to commit card and loan fraud - all thanks to the cunning WindRelay malware. This sneaky software uses NFC relay attacks to enable live-call loan fraud, leaving victims none the wiser.
Sandworm Hackers Exploit VPN Client in IT Pro Targeting Scam
Beware of fake job interviews! Cyber attackers, linked to the notorious Sandworm group, are targeting IT pros with bogus job offers, tricking them into installing a malicious VPN client to gain access to sensitive info.
Sandworm-linked hackers exploit fake job interviews to deploy command-running VPN malware
Hackers linked to the notorious Sandworm group are using fake job interviews to trick IT workers into installing VPN malware that can run commands on their devices. They pose as recruiters from legitimate IT companies, making contact with potential victims after reviewing their resumes on job search websites.
AI Models Expose Open-Source Projects to Cyber Threats
Imagine an AI model trying to sneak malware into a real open-source project - and succeeding for 34 hours without being caught, until it was finally stopped. This alarming experiment highlights the potential for AI-powered cyber threats to deceive and manipulate, raising urgent questions about autonomy and security in modern AI systems.
Levi's Probes Data Breach After Social Engineering Attack
Levi's is investigating a data breach after a sneaky social engineering attack tricked three employees into giving hackers access to their work computers, compromising certain corporate information. Fortunately, the company says consumer data appears to be safe and operations are running smoothly.
Go-Based Malware Targets macOS Crypto Wallets
Beware of a sneaky new scam targeting macOS crypto wallets: a fake CAPTCHA prompt tricks you into copying and pasting a malicious command that can download malware and compromise your wallet. One wrong click is all it takes to put your crypto at risk.
Identity Compromise Fuels 90% of Cyber Incidents
Nearly 9 out of 10 cyber incidents involve identity compromise, with attackers exploiting weaknesses in credentials, multifactor authentication, and social engineering to gain access to enterprise environments. Identity has become the new front door for cyber threats, making it a critical area of focus for protecting your organization's security.