Cybercriminals Double Down: Phishing and Malware Unite in Sneaky New Attacks
Cybercriminals have upped their game by blending phishing and malware, like Muck Stealer, into dual-threat attacks. They’re basically mixing evil cocktails, and let’s just say the hangover for companies is brutal. This crafty combination makes it way harder to defend against, even if they’ve fortified their defenses in one area over another.
Hot Take:
The cybercriminals are at it again, but this time they’re going for the double whammy! Instead of picking either phishing or malware, they’ve decided to throw both at us in one go. It’s like they’re playing a twisted game of “Choose Your Own Adventure,” but spoiler alert: neither path ends well for the unsuspecting victim. Cybersecurity teams, brace yourselves for a two-front battle—it’s about to get messy!
Key Points:
- Cofense reports a new dual-threat attack combining phishing and malware.
- Malware like Muck Stealer and Info Stealer are used alongside credential phishing.
- Attackers are specifically targeting Microsoft Office credentials.
- Some campaigns involve spoofing of official agencies like the Social Security Agency.
- ConnectWise RAT is a common tool in these multi-faceted attacks.