Google vs. Smishing Triad: A Text Message Takedown Showdown
Google sues the China-based Smishing Triad for using the “Lighthouse” phishing kit to conduct large-scale smishing attacks. This cybercriminal group has allegedly targeted millions worldwide, converting phones into ATMs for sensitive data. Google’s legal action involves charges under the RICO, Lanham, and CFAA Acts.
Hot Take:
Google is stepping into the ring with the infamous Smishing Triad, and it’s not a tag-team match! This time, our tech titan is armed with legal paperwork instead of code. The cybercriminals must be feeling ‘phished’ out as Google serves up a giant lawsuit buffet under the RICO, Lanham, and CFAA Acts. It’s like the Olympics of legal action, and Google is going for the gold in the fight against smishing!
Key Points:
- Google has filed a lawsuit against the China-based cybercriminal group known as Smishing Triad.
- The group uses a phishing kit named “Lighthouse” to conduct smishing attacks globally.
- Legal claims include the RICO Act, the Lanham Act, and the CFAA Act.
- The operation has targeted victims in over 120 countries, stealing millions of credit card details.
- The distribution of the phishing kit was organized through Telegram, featuring impersonated entities like UPS and the UK government.
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