Beware the Fake Download: Cunning Ads Dupe Sysadmins with Bogus Putty & WinSCP Links

Beware, sysadmins! Cyber-crooks are luring you with fake Putty and WinSCP downloads via Google ads. Click with caution, or you might install a “gift” that decrypts more than just files! #RansomwareRuse

Hot Take:

Calling all system admins: it's time to polish your spectacles and double-check those URLs, because the bad guys are out here playing dress-up with your favorite software tools. That's right, the dark digital world is now serving up a hot side of fake Google ads, where the special of the day is a generous helping of ransomware disguised as Putty and WinSCP downloads. And just when you thought it was safe to click on that top search result... Plot twist: It's a trap!

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