Caught in the Web: Fake CAPTCHAs Unleash Lumma Stealer’s Global Malware Mayhem!

Netskope Threat Labs has identified a global campaign using fake CAPTCHAs to deliver Lumma Stealer, a malware-as-a-service menace. This devious campaign targets Windows users across various industries, cleverly bypassing security with open-source snippets. Who knew CAPTCHAs could be so… captivatingly malicious?

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Hot Take:

In a world where CAPTCHAs are supposed to prove you’re not a robot, Lumma Stealer is giving them an identity crisis. Who knew fake CAPTCHAs could be the new way to steal your data while making you question your humanity? Talk about a plot twist worthy of a sci-fi movie!

Key Points:

  • Lumma Stealer campaign uses fake CAPTCHAs to trick users into executing malware.
  • The campaign targets multiple industries globally, with telecom being the most affected.
  • Attackers use multiple delivery methods, including cracked software and Discord CDN.
  • Techniques like process hollowing and PowerShell one-liners are employed.
  • Open-source snippets are used to bypass Windows Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI).

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