Meta Phishing Mayhem: FileFix Tricks Users into Installing StealC Malware
Watch out for the FileFix social engineering attack! It’s the digital equivalent of a “Hey, your Meta account is in danger” scare, but instead of a rescue, it ushers in the StealC infostealer malware. Next time you see a Meta warning, channel your inner skeptic before you copy-paste your way into trouble.
Hot Take:
Meta’s fake suspension warning: the ultimate “gotcha” in the cyber world. Who knew your File Explorer’s address bar could moonlight as a malware delivery service? Kudos to FileFix for making even the tech-savvy feel like they’re in a digital episode of “Punk’d”.
Key Points:
– The FileFix attack impersonates Meta account suspension warnings to install StealC malware.
– It tricks users into pasting disguised PowerShell commands into File Explorer.
– The technique uses steganography to hide malicious scripts within a JPG image.
– FileFix targets credentials from browsers, messaging apps, and cryptocurrency wallets.
– Acronis reports multiple campaign variants over two weeks, indicating evolving tactics.