MFA Mayhem: Phishing Frenzy Targets Schools with Sneaky ADFS Spoofs
A phishing campaign is exploiting Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services to bypass multifactor authentication, targeting about 150 organizations. Schools and universities are prime targets, thanks to legacy systems. Attackers use fake login pages and spoofed emails to harvest credentials, turning convenience into chaos. Remember, not all heroes wear capes—some just avoid clicking suspicious links!
Hot Take:
Looks like some phishy business is afoot! Attackers are taking ADFS on a joyride through the world of MFA bypassing, leaving unsuspecting users scratching their heads and security teams scrambling for solutions. Who knew single sign-on could lead to such double trouble? It’s like a digital version of “Who let the phish out?”
Key Points:
- Phishing campaign targets Microsoft ADFS to bypass MFA and take over accounts.
- About 150 organizations, primarily in the education sector, are affected.
- Attackers use fake ADFS login pages to harvest credentials and pivot to other services.
- Campaign exploits legacy systems and environments with less sophisticated defenses.
- Recommendations include using phishing-resistant MFA and modern security measures.
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