Google Sheets Gone Rogue: New Malware Campaign Targets 70+ Organizations
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a novel malware campaign leveraging Google Sheets as a command-and-control mechanism. They named the bespoke tool Voldemort, which impersonates tax authorities to target over 70 organizations worldwide. This unusual campaign has mixed advanced techniques with basic tricks, making it difficult to assess the threat actors’ capabilities.
Hot Take:
Looks like Voldemort has ditched Hogwarts for Google Sheets, and he’s targeting more than just wizards—insurance companies and tax authorities beware! If only Dumbledore had invested in cybersecurity…
Key Points:
- Malware campaign uses Google Sheets for command-and-control (C2) operations.
- Targets include over 70 organizations in various sectors globally.
- Emails impersonate tax authorities to distribute malware.
- The malware, dubbed Voldemort, utilizes complex techniques to avoid detection.
- Proofpoint describes the activity as a blend of APT and cybercrime strategies.
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