Beware the Bait: New Phishing Blitz Delivers Double-Trouble RATs via Java Downloader

Beware the email that whispers, “Verify your payment,” it’s the bait for a phishing scam serving up a double dose of RATs, VCURMS and STRRAT, via a cheeky Java jig. They’re partying on AWS, with invites from Proton Mail, and they’re after your digital cheese. #PhishingWithRATs

Published: Added: March 13, 2024 at 3:17 amAssembled by: J J
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Phishing with a side of RATs, coming right up! Hackers are cooking up a storm using Amazon's web pantry and GitHub's recipe repository to serve a malicious Java-based RATatouille. Proton Mail's encrypted kitchen is apparently the new hotspot for C2 chatter. Bon Appétit, cybercriminals!

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