Beware Bogus DocuSign: Sneaky RAT Attack Hijacks Your Clipboard!

A spoofed DocuSign page is turning users into unwitting tech support for hackers, unleashing NetSupport RAT. The malware campaign uses fake CAPTCHA screens to trick users into clipboard chaos and script pasting mayhem. A comedy of errors, but with malware. Stay skeptical, and remember: if a CAPTCHA wants to run scripts, it’s a trap!

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Hot Take:

In a world where signing documents digitally is supposed to make life easier, it turns out the only signature you might be providing is on a VIP guest list for malware. Who knew that signing up for a DocuSign could invite a RAT to your party? Grab your digital cheese traps, folks, because it’s getting rodent-y in here!

Key Points:

  • Malware campaign uses fake DocuSign sites to distribute NetSupport RAT.
  • Involves clipboard manipulation and PowerShell scripts for infection.
  • Multiple spoofed domains, including Netflix and Spotify, aid the campaign.
  • Campaign exploits known tools like NetSupport Manager for attacks.
  • User vigilance and skepticism are the best defenses against such attacks.

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