Fake VPN Alert: Hackers Impersonate Palo Alto GlobalProtect to Infiltrate Enterprises
Beware — hackers are impersonating Palo Alto GlobalProtect VPN to sneak malware into large organizations. Trend Micro spotted this fake program, which looks legit but installs malicious code. Don’t let your guard down; phishing and SEO poisoning are their tactics. Stay informed and stay safe!
Hot Take:
Who knew hackers were such fans of cosplay? Instead of dressing up as their favorite anime characters, they’re masquerading as legitimate VPN tools to sneak into corporate networks. It’s like Halloween all year round, but the treats are your data, and the tricks are on you.
Key Points:
- Hackers are impersonating legitimate VPN tools like Palo Alto GlobalProtect.
- The malware is suspected to be distributed via phishing, SEO poisoning, and instant messaging.
- Upon execution, the fake VPN installs malware that checks if it’s running in a sandbox before activating.
- The malware profiles the device and communicates with its C2 server using encrypted messages.
- It can execute PowerShell scripts, download/upload files, and send periodic beacons through Interactsh.
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