Teams Trouble: DarkGate Malware Strikes with Vishing Shenanigans!
Vishing via Microsoft Teams is the new trick in the cyber threat playbook, with attackers posing as client employees to sneak DarkGate malware onto systems. This cunning tactic dupes users into downloading AnyDesk, giving hackers remote control. Beware: your next friendly Teams call might just be a wolf in sheep’s clothing!
Hot Take:
Microsoft Teams: Now with more dark magic! Who knew that a platform built for virtual collaboration could become a playground for malware magicians? It’s like turning your office into a haunted house, but instead of ghost stories, you get data theft and system compromise. Beware the vishing villain!
Key Points:
- Threat actor uses Microsoft Teams to deploy DarkGate malware.
- Attack involves social engineering, impersonating an external supplier.
- DarkGate malware is capable of data theft, unauthorized access, and system compromise.
- Malware previously spread via phishing emails, malvertising, and SEO poisoning.
- Trend Micro suggests enhanced vetting and training to combat such attacks.
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