SecuriTricks - social engineering

GitHub's Dark Side: Unveiling Malware Disguised as Cracks, Hacks, and Crypto Tools

Cybercriminals are exploiting GitHub's reputation to distribute malware, particularly targeting gamers and children. They create repositories offering game hacks, cracked software, and crypto tools, which actually contain Lumma Stealer variants. The attack chain begins with users searching for thes…

social engineering

malware distribution

Published: June 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

From ClickFix deception to information stealer deployment

The article describes a surge in ClickFix campaigns using GHOSTPULSE to deploy Remote Access Trojans and data-stealing malware. It analyzes a multi-stage attack that begins with ClickFix social engineering, deploys GHOSTPULSE loader, and ultimately delivers ARECHCLIENT2, a potent remote access troj…

Published: June 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 47

Eggs in a Cloudy Basket: Skeleton Spider's Trusted Cloud Malware Delivery

Skeleton Spider, also known as FIN6, is a financially motivated cybercrime group that has evolved from POS breaches to broader enterprise threats. They employ social engineering tactics, posing as job seekers on platforms like LinkedIn to deliver phishing messages. Their preferred payload is more_e…

Published: June 11, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 24

How Threat Actors Exploit Human Trust: A Breakdown of the 'Prove You Are Human' Malware Scheme

A malicious campaign exploits user trust through deceptive websites, including spoofed Gitcodes and fake Docusign verification pages. Victims are tricked into running malicious PowerShell scripts on their Windows machines, leading to the installation of NetSupport RAT. The multi-stage attack uses c…

Published: June 5, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 72

Behind the Script: Unmasking Phishing Attacks Using Google Apps Script

A sophisticated phishing campaign has been identified that leverages Google Apps Script to create a false sense of security. The attack begins with an email masquerading as an invoice, containing a link to a webpage hosted on Google's trusted environment. When clicked, the link redirects to a fake …

Published: June 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 2

AMOS Variant Distributed Via Clickfix In Spectrum-Themed Dynamic Delivery Campaign By Russian Speaking Hackers

A sophisticated campaign using typo-squatted 'Spectrum' domains has been uncovered, spreading a new Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) variant. The attack, disguised as a CAPTCHA verification, employs dynamic payloads based on the victim's operating system. For macOS users, a malicious shell script steals…

multi-platform attack

macos stealer

Published: June 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Crocodilus Mobile Malware: Evolving Fast, Going Global

A new Android banking Trojan, Crocodilus, has rapidly evolved since its discovery in March 2025. Initially targeting Turkey, it has expanded to European countries and South America. The malware is distributed through malicious advertising on social networks, masquerading as banking and e-commerce a…

Published: June 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Victims risk AsyncRAT infection after being redirected to fake Booking.com sites

Cybercriminals have launched a campaign redirecting users from gaming sites and social media to fake Booking.com websites. The scam uses fake CAPTCHA prompts to trick visitors into executing malicious commands on their devices. If successful, the attack downloads and installs AsyncRAT, a backdoor T…

Published: June 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Caught in the CAPTCHA: How ClickFix is Weaponizing Verification Fatigue to Deliver RATs & Infostealers

Threat actors are exploiting user fatigue with anti-spam mechanisms through a technique called ClickFix. This method involves compromising websites and embedding fraudulent CAPTCHA images, which, when solved by unsuspecting users, lead to the execution of malicious code. The attack chain typically …

Published: May 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Pixel-Perfect Trap: The Surge of SVG-Borne Phishing Attacks

The Trustwave SpiderLabs Email Security team has identified a significant increase in SVG image-based attacks, where seemingly harmless graphics are used to conceal dangerous links. Cybercriminals are exploiting the ability of SVG files to embed JavaScript, which can execute automatically upon open…

Published: May 16, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Recruitment Scams on the Rise: How Threat Actors Exploit Job Seekers

A significant increase in recruitment scams has been observed, with three distinct threat actors targeting job seekers. The first impersonates tech employers using advance fee fraud tactics. The second poses as a logistics recruitment agency, targeting 18 geographies and affecting 63,000 people in …

Published: May 12, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Iranian Cyber Actors Impersonate Model Agency in Suspected Espionage Operation

Iranian cyber actors have been identified impersonating a German model agency in a suspected espionage operation. The attackers created a fraudulent website mimicking the authentic agency's branding and content, which triggers obfuscated JavaScript to capture detailed visitor information. This data…

Published: May 7, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 3

APT36-Style ClickFix Attack Spoofs Indian Ministry to Target Windows & Linux

A recent campaign attributed to APT36 has been observed spoofing India's Ministry of Defence to deliver cross-platform malware. The attackers used a ClickFix-style infection chain, mimicking government press releases and leveraging a compromised .in domain for payload staging. The campaign targeted…

clipboard-based execution

Published: May 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Uncovering Actor TTP Patterns and the Role of DNS in Investment Scams

This report analyzes common techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) used by several investment scam actors who lure victims with fake platforms, including crypto exchanges. Key TTPs include registering large numbers of domains algorithmically, embedding similar web forms to collect user data, hi…

registered domain generation algorithms

Published: May 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 87

Lampion Is Back With ClickFix Lures

A highly focused malicious campaign targeting Portuguese organizations, particularly in government, finance, and transportation sectors, has been uncovered. The campaign is linked to Lampion malware, an infostealer focusing on banking information. The threat actors have incorporated ClickFix lures,…

Published: May 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Fake Social Security Statement emails trick users into installing remote tool

A phishing campaign is targeting users with fake emails purportedly from the US Social Security Administration. These emails aim to trick recipients into installing ScreenConnect, a legitimate remote access tool that can be misused by cybercriminals. The campaign, attributed to a group called Molat…

social security administration

Published: May 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Security Brief: French BEC Threat Actor Targets Property Payments

A new financially motivated business email compromise (BEC) threat actor, TA2900, has been identified targeting individuals in France and occasionally Canada. The actor sends French language emails using rental payment themes, claiming that rental installments have not been received and instructing…

Published: April 29, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 3

Pick your Poison - A Double-Edged Email Attack

A sophisticated cyber-attack campaign has been identified, combining phishing techniques targeting Office365 credentials with malware delivery. The attackers use a file deletion reminder as a pretext, exploiting a legitimate file-sharing service to appear more credible. Upon opening a shared PDF fi…

Published: April 28, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Smishing Attacks Rise: How to Spot and Stop SMS Phishing

SMS-based phishing attacks, known as smishing, are on the rise, targeting businesses with sophisticated social engineering tactics. These attacks often begin with urgent text messages containing disguised links, redirecting victims to fake login pages. Attackers exploit human emotions and create a …

social engineering

credential harvesting

smishing

2025-04-28

Published: April 28, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

The Return of Pharmacy-Themed Spam

Pharmaceutical-themed spam campaigns continue to target individuals and organizations, particularly in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. Recent observations reveal a bulk spam campaign using spoofed identities and compromised infrastructure to send deceptive emails. The attackers employ ta…

Published: April 26, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Russian Infrastructure Plays Crucial Role in North Korean Cybercrime Operations

North Korean cybercrime activities heavily rely on Russian IP ranges in Khasan and Khabarovsk, utilizing extensive anonymization networks. The Void Dokkaebi group, linked to North Korea, employs fictitious companies like BlockNovas to target IT professionals through fraudulent job interviews, aimin…

anonymization networks

Published: April 24, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 45

Power Parasites: Job & Investment Scam Campaign Targets Energy Companies and Major Brands

A scam campaign dubbed 'Power Parasites' is targeting individuals in Asian countries through deceptive websites, social media groups, and Telegram channels. The campaign exploits the names and branding of global energy companies and other major brands to conduct job and investment scams. Victims ar…

Published: April 24, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

The "free money" trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety

This analysis explores how scammers capitalize on financial stress by promising 'free money' through fake subsidy programs, government grants, or relief cards. Common tactics include using urgency, exclusivity, and fabricated social proof to manipulate victims. Scammers employ various techniques su…

government impersonation

Published: April 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Byte Bandits: How Fake PDF Converters Are Stealing More Than Just Your Documents

A sophisticated malware campaign exploits users' trust in online file conversion tools by impersonating the legitimate service pdfcandy.com. The attack involves fake PDF-to-DOCX converters that trick victims into executing a malicious PowerShell command, leading to the installation of Arechclient2,…

Published: April 15, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Slow Pisces Targets Developers With Coding Challenges and Introduces New Customized Python Malware

Slow Pisces, a North Korean state-sponsored threat group, is targeting cryptocurrency developers through LinkedIn with malicious coding challenges. The group impersonates recruiters and sends malware disguised as project tasks, infecting systems with RN Loader and RN Stealer. Their campaign uses Gi…

Published: April 14, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 41

Phishing campaign impersonates Booking.com, delivers a suite of credential-stealing malware

A phishing campaign targeting organizations in the hospitality industry has been identified, impersonating Booking.com and using the ClickFix social engineering technique to deliver multiple credential-stealing malware. The campaign, tracked as Storm-1865, targets individuals likely to work with Bo…

Published: April 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Analyzing OBSCURE#BAT: Threat Actors Lure Victims into Executing Malicious Batch Scripts to Deploy Stealthy Rootkits

A stealthy malware campaign dubbed OBSCURE#BAT has been discovered, utilizing social engineering and deceptive file downloads to trick users into executing obfuscated code. The infection chain deploys a user-mode rootkit that manipulates system processes and registry entries to evade detection and …

Published: April 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

March 2025 Trends Report on Phishing Emails

The report analyzes phishing email trends in March 2025, revealing that phishing attacks constituted 59% of email threats. Attackers primarily used HTML scripts to mimic login pages and promotional content, aiming to steal user credentials. The analysis covers distribution statistics, Korean phishi…

Published: April 10, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Scattered Spider: Still Hunting for Victims in 2025

Scattered Spider, a notorious hacking collective, continues to actively target victims in 2025. The group has expanded its focus to include services like Klaviyo, HubSpot, and Pure Storage, while targeting high-profile brands such as Audemars Piguet, Chick-fil-A, and Twitter/X. Silent Push research…

Published: April 9, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 57

The Wagmi Manual: Copy, Paste, and Profit

The Wagmi traffer group, operating since early 2023, specializes in NFT scams and cryptocurrency theft. They utilize sophisticated social engineering tactics, fake web3-themed games, and impersonation of legitimate projects to lure victims. Their operations have allegedly earned over $2.4 million b…

Published: April 8, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 96

Gootloader Returns: Malware Hidden in Google Ads for Legal Documents

The Gootloader malware campaign has evolved its tactics, now using Google Ads to target victims seeking legal templates. The threat actor advertises legal documents, primarily agreements, through compromised ad accounts. Users searching for templates are directed to a malicious website where they a…

Published: April 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Threat actors leverage tax season to deploy tax-themed phishing campaigns

Microsoft has observed several phishing campaigns using tax-related themes to steal credentials and deploy malware as Tax Day approaches in the United States. These campaigns use redirection methods like URL shorteners and QR codes in malicious attachments, and abuse legitimate services to avoid de…

remote access trojans

Published: April 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Evolution of Sophisticated Phishing Tactics: The QR Code Phenomenon

Since late 2024, attackers have employed new tactics in phishing documents containing QR codes. These include concealing final phishing destinations using legitimate websites' redirection mechanisms and adopting Cloudflare Turnstile for user verification. Some phishing sites specifically target cre…

phishing

social engineering

credential harvesting

business email compromise

Published: April 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 57

Delivering Trojans Via ClickFix Captcha

A new social engineering technique exploiting ClickFix Captcha has emerged as an effective method for delivering various types of malware, including Quakbot. This technique deceives users and bypasses security measures by utilizing a seemingly harmless captcha. The process involves redirecting user…

Published: April 1, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Snow White — Beware the Bad Apple in the Torrent

A new malware campaign is targeting users attempting to download the Snow White movie through torrent sites. The attackers exploit a compromised blog to distribute a malicious torrent package disguised as a pirated version of the film. The package contains a fake codec installer that, when executed…

Published: March 27, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

YouTube Creators Under Siege Again: Clickflix Technique Fuels Malware Attacks

Cybercriminals are targeting YouTube creators with a sophisticated malware campaign using the Clickflix technique. Attackers impersonate popular brands and offer fake collaboration opportunities to lure victims. The campaign employs spearphishing emails with malicious attachments and links to fake …

Published: March 25, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 5

Real-Time Anti-Phishing: Essential Defense Against Evolving Cyber Threats

Phishing remains a prevalent cybersecurity threat, causing financial loss, data theft, and malware deployment. Attackers are expanding targets across platforms and using AI to refine techniques, making detection more challenging. Real-time anti-phishing (RTAP) solutions using AI and machine learnin…

real-time anti-phishing

employee awareness

Published: March 21, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 11

The rising threat of social engineering through fake fixes

ClickFix is an emerging social engineering tactic that manipulates users into executing malicious actions under the guise of troubleshooting or system maintenance. Attackers present fake error messages, CAPTCHA verifications, or system prompts to convince users to take actions that compromise their…

Published: March 21, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Ramadan Scams on the Rise: Fake Giveaways, Crypto Traps & Fraudulent Donations

Cybercriminals are exploiting Ramadan's spirit of generosity through various scams targeting unsuspecting individuals. These include wallet-draining schemes disguised as religious incentives, fraudulent crypto tokens, fake e-commerce sales, and deceptive donation campaigns. Scammers utilize social …

Published: March 14, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 28

Unmasking GrassCall Campaign: The Hackers Behind Job Recruitment Cyber Scams

The GrassCall malware campaign, orchestrated by the Russian-speaking cybercriminal group 'Crazy Evil,' targets job seekers in the cryptocurrency and Web3 sectors. The attackers create fake companies and job postings, luring victims into downloading malicious software disguised as a video conferenci…

russian-speaking cybercriminals

Published: March 13, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Hundreds of thousands of rubles for your secrets: cyber spies disguise themselves as recruiters

Cybercriminals impersonating a real company are sending fake job descriptions to employees of targeted organizations. The attackers, known as Squid Werewolf, are offering substantial sums of money, potentially hundreds of thousands of rubles, in exchange for sensitive information. This sophisticate…

Published: March 12, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Trump Cryptocurrency Delivers ConnectWise RAT

An email campaign impersonating Binance is offering fake TRUMP coins to lure victims into downloading a malicious 'Binance Desktop' application, which actually installs ConnectWise RAT. The attackers have created a convincing web page mimicking Binance's interface to host the malware download. Once…

binance impersonation

connectwise rat

Published: March 11, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 1

AI-Assisted Fake GitHub Repositories Fuel SmartLoader and LummaStealer Distribution

A campaign using fake GitHub repositories to distribute SmartLoader and Lumma Stealer malware has been uncovered. The attackers create convincing repositories using AI-generated content to deceive users into downloading malicious files disguised as gaming cheats, cracked software, and system tools.…

Published: March 11, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Unmasking GrassCall Campaign: The APT Behind Job Recruitment Cyber Scams

The GrassCall malware campaign is an advanced social engineering attack conducted by a Russian-speaking cybercriminal group called Crazy Evil. Targeting job seekers in the cryptocurrency and Web3 sectors, the campaign uses fake job interviews to compromise victims' systems and steal cryptocurrency …

atomic macos stealer (amos)

grasscall

Published: March 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Stealers and backdoors are spreading under the guise of a DeepSeek client

Cybercriminals are exploiting the popularity of DeepSeek, a powerful reasoning large language model, by creating fake websites that mimic the official DeepSeek chatbot site and distribute malicious code disguised as a client. Three main schemes were identified: a Python stealer targeting user data …

Published: March 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 9

Booking a Threat: Inside LummaStealer's Fake reCAPTCHA

A new malicious campaign targeting booking websites has been discovered, utilizing LummaStealer, an info-stealer operating under a Malware-as-a-Service model. The attack employs fake CAPTCHAs to trick users into executing malicious PowerShell commands. Initially targeting the Philippines, the campa…

indirect control flow

Published: March 4, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 12

Black Basta and Cactus Ransomware Groups Add BackConnect Malware to Their Arsenal

The Black Basta and Cactus ransomware groups have incorporated BackConnect malware into their attack strategies to maintain persistent control over compromised systems. The attackers use social engineering tactics, including email flooding and impersonation of IT support, to gain initial access. Th…

onedrive exploitation

Published: March 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Russian campaign targeting Romanian WhatsApp numbers

A campaign originating from Russia has been identified, targeting Romanian WhatsApp users. The operation involves sending messages to victims, encouraging them to vote in a fake contest. When users click on the provided link, they are prompted to enter their WhatsApp number and an 8-character code,…

Published: February 28, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Pivots into New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks

A significant discovery has been made regarding the Lazarus Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Group's infrastructure. Analysts have uncovered a domain registered by the group shortly before the $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist, linked to an email address used in previous attacks. The investigation re…

Published: February 26, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Android trojan TgToxic updates its capabilities

TgToxic, an Android banking trojan, has undergone significant updates to enhance its capabilities and evade detection. Initially targeting Southeast Asia, the malware has expanded its reach to include European and Latin American banks. The latest version incorporates improved emulator detection tec…

Published: February 26, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Phishing Campaigns Targeting Higher Education Institutions

Since August 2024, there has been a significant increase in phishing attacks targeting U.S. universities. Three distinct campaigns have emerged, exploiting trust within academic institutions to deceive students, faculty, and staff. One campaign used compromised educational institutions to host Goog…

phishing

social engineering

universities

business email compromise

Published: February 24, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Amazon Phish Hunts for Security Answers and Payment Information

A phishing scheme targeting Amazon Prime users has been identified, aiming to steal login credentials, verification information, and payment data. The attack begins with a spoofed email claiming the user's payment method has expired. Clicking the update button redirects to a fake Amazon security al…

Published: February 18, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 3

Valentine's Day Cyber Attack Landscape: Exploiting Love Through Digital Deception

Valentine's Day 2025 has become a focal point for sophisticated cybersecurity threats, with attackers exploiting emotional vulnerabilities and seasonal shopping behaviors. A complex network of scams has emerged, including OAuth-based phishing, brand impersonation, and cryptocurrency fraud. These th…

Published: February 15, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Inside a Malware Campaign: A Nigerian Hacker's Perspective

This analysis provides an in-depth look at a Nigerian cybercriminal's malware campaign process. The hacker begins by harvesting email addresses through Google dorking techniques, targeting specific industries and regions. They then configure email campaigns using spoofed domains and bulletproof hos…

Published: February 14, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Multiple Russian Threat Actors Targeting Microsoft Device Code Authentication

Russian threat actors are conducting social-engineering and spear-phishing campaigns to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts using Device Code Authentication phishing. This method has proven more effective than traditional techniques. Campaigns have targeted organizations with politically-themed lures…

device code authentication

Published: February 14, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

ClickFix Scam Exposed! Protect Your Data Before It's Too Late

Cybercriminals are exploiting DeepSeek's popularity to launch ClickFix phishing campaigns, tricking users into clicking fake CAPTCHA links that steal credentials and install malware like Vidar and Lumma Stealer. These attacks impersonate DeepSeek's branding to appear legitimate and bypass security …

Published: February 11, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 7

When Data Tools Become Dangerous: MS Power BI Links Used in Phishing Campaigns

A sophisticated phishing campaign has been detected that exploits trusted platforms like SharePoint and Power BI to steal user credentials. The scheme uses a seemingly legitimate SharePoint link in an email, which leads to a Power BI report. Users are then prompted to click 'Open Document', redirec…

microsoft impersonation

Published: February 6, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Scalable Vector Graphics files pose a novel phishing threat

Cybercriminals are exploiting the SVG file format to conduct phishing attacks that bypass existing anti-spam and anti-phishing protection. These attacks involve email messages with .svg file attachments, which open in the default browser on Windows computers. The SVG files contain anchor tags and s…

browser-based attacks

troj/autoit-dhb

email attachments

Published: February 5, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Hackers Hijack JFK File Release: Malware & Phishing Surge

A potentially growing cyber threat campaign has been uncovered surrounding the release of declassified JFK, RFK, and MLK files. Attackers are exploiting public interest in these historical documents to launch malware campaigns, phishing schemes, and exploit attempts. Within days of the announcement…

Published: February 3, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Two ransomware campaigns tracked using 'email bombing' and Microsoft Teams 'vishing'

Sophos MDR has identified two threat clusters, STAC5143 and STAC5777, targeting organizations using Microsoft Office 365. Both employ similar tactics: email bombing to create urgency, followed by social engineering via Microsoft Teams calls posing as tech support. The attackers use remote access to…

Published: January 22, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 17

Threat Research Report: Malicious Domain Activity During the Los Angeles Wildfires

During the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, cybercriminals exploited the disaster through various phishing campaigns. Analysis of 119 domains registered between January 8-13, 2025, revealed themes targeting emergency assistance, legal services, and reconstruction efforts. GoDaddy was the most used regis…

phishing

social engineering

2025-01-17

natural disaster exploitation

los angeles wildfires

Published: January 17, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 119

New Star Blizzard spear-phishing campaign targets WhatsApp accounts

Star Blizzard, a Russian threat actor, has launched a new spear-phishing campaign targeting WhatsApp accounts. The campaign, observed in mid-November 2024, marks a shift in the actor's tactics. Targets include government officials, diplomats, and researchers focused on Russia-related topics. The at…

Published: January 17, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Recruitment Phishing Scam Imitates Hiring Process

A sophisticated phishing campaign has been discovered that exploits recruitment branding to deliver malware. The attack begins with a phishing email impersonating a recruitment process, directing victims to a malicious website. Users are prompted to download a fake application, which serves as a do…

Published: January 10, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 5

Analysis of the attack activities of APT-C-26 (Lazarus) using weaponized IPMsg software

The Lazarus group, a highly active APT organization, has been observed weaponizing the IPMsg installer for attacks. When executed, the malicious installer releases the official IPMsg version 5.6.18.0 to deceive users while activating a malicious DLL in memory. This DLL connects to a remote control …

Published: January 2, 2025

Downloadable IOCs: 3

Recent Cases of Watering Hole Attacks, Part 1

This analysis focuses on a watering hole attack targeting a Japanese university research laboratory website in 2023. The attack used social engineering to trick users into downloading and executing malware disguised as an Adobe Flash Player update. The malware, identified as a modified Cobalt Strik…

flashupdateinstall.exe

university

Published: December 20, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2022-1388

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Your Data Is Under New Management: The Rise of LummaStealer

LummaStealer, a relatively new information-stealing malware, has gained prominence since 2022 for its ability to collect sensitive data from Windows systems. Marketed as Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) on underground forums, it targets individuals, cryptocurrency users, and small to medium-sized busine…

malware-as-a-service (maas)

Published: December 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

How Threat Actors Exploit Brand Collaborations to Target Popular YouTube Channels

Cybercriminals are targeting YouTube creators through sophisticated phishing campaigns that impersonate trusted brands offering collaboration deals. The malware is disguised as legitimate documents and delivered via password-protected files on platforms like OneDrive. Once downloaded, it steals sen…

Published: December 17, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

NodeLoader Exposed: The Node.js Malware Evading Detection

Zscaler ThreatLabz discovered a malware campaign using Node.js applications for Windows to distribute cryptocurrency miners and information stealers. Named NodeLoader, this malware family employs Node.js compiled executables to deliver second-stage payloads like XMRig, Lumma, and Phemedrone Stealer…

cryptocurrency miners

nodeloader

Published: December 13, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Inside the incident: Uncovering an advanced phishing attack

A sophisticated phishing campaign targeted a U.K.-based insurance company, using a compromised CEO's email account from a major shipping company. The attack involved a malicious PDF link hosted on AWS, leading to a fake Microsoft authentication page. The threat actor employed tactics like deletion …

Published: December 11, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 4

Meeten Malware: A Cross-Platform Threat to Crypto Wallets on macOS and Windows

A sophisticated scam targeting Web3 professionals has been identified, involving the Realst crypto stealer malware with variants for both macOS and Windows. The threat actors have created fake companies using AI-generated content to appear legitimate, cycling through various names like Meetio, Clus…

Published: December 7, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Security Brief: ClickFix Social Engineering Technique Floods Threat Landscape

Proofpoint researchers have identified a surge in the ClickFix social engineering technique across the threat landscape. This technique uses dialogue boxes with fake error messages to trick users into copying, pasting, and running malicious content on their computers. Multiple threat actors are emp…

Published: November 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Fake AI video generators infect Windows, macOS with infostealers

Threat actors are using fake AI image and video generators to distribute Lumma Stealer and AMOS information-stealing malware on Windows and macOS. These malicious programs masquerade as an AI application called EditProAI, targeting users through search results and social media advertisements. The m…

Published: November 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Unmasking Phishing: Strategies for identifying 0ktapus domains and beyond

This analysis examines phishing tactics used by threat actors, particularly focusing on the 0ktapus group. It outlines techniques for investigating phishing campaigns by pivoting between landing pages, using 0ktapus as a case study. The methods discussed include application fingerprinting, network …

Published: November 7, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 239

North Korean remote workers landing jobs in the West

North Korean threat actors are utilizing Contagious Interview and WageMole campaigns to secure remote employment in Western countries, evading financial sanctions. The Contagious Interview campaign has been updated with improved script obfuscation and multi-platform support, targeting over 100 devi…

Published: November 6, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 56

Cryptocurrency Enthusiasts Targeted in Multi-Vector Supply Chain Attack

A sophisticated malware campaign targeting cryptocurrency enthusiasts has been uncovered, utilizing multiple attack vectors including a malicious Python package on PyPI and deceptive GitHub repositories. The multi-stage malware, disguised as cryptocurrency trading tools, aims to steal sensitive dat…

Published: November 4, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

LastPass Warns of Hackers Misusing Reviews for Fake Support Numbers

LastPass has alerted users about a social engineering campaign targeting customers through fraudulent 5-star reviews on the Chrome Web Store. Hackers are posting fake reviews for the LastPass Chrome extension, promoting a bogus customer support phone number to steal user data. When users call this …

Published: November 2, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Russian Hackers Attacking Ukraine Military With Malware Via Telegram

Russian hackers, identified as UNC5812, are targeting the Ukrainian military through a sophisticated cyber operation. The attackers use a deceptive Telegram channel and website posing as a civil defense service to distribute malware for both Windows and Android devices. The Windows attack deploys P…

Published: October 31, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Rat King: How the Android Trojan CraxsRAT Steals User Data

CraxsRAT, an Android trojan, has been targeting Russian and Belarusian users since summer 2024. It masquerades as legitimate apps like government services, antivirus software, and telecom operators. The malware spreads through social engineering tactics, prompting users to download malicious APK fi…

Published: October 31, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

More Than Just a Corporate Wiki? How Threat Actors are Exploiting Confluence

Threat actors are increasingly using legitimate third-party business software to evade detection and maintain deception. Atlassian's Confluence is being exploited to host malicious content, leveraging its trusted domain status. The attack involves an email with an Excel attachment containing a Docu…

Published: October 30, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Malicious CAPTCHA delivers Lumma and Amadey Trojans

An adware campaign targets online users by presenting them with fake CAPTCHA or update prompts, tricking them into running malicious PowerShell commands that deploy credential-stealing malware like Lumma and Amadey. The attackers leverage ad networks to redirect victims to compromised sites hosting…

Published: October 29, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

Lazarus APT steals cryptocurrency and user data via a decoy MOBA game

Lazarus APT launched a sophisticated attack campaign using a decoy MOBA game website to exploit a zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome. The exploit allowed remote code execution and bypassed the V8 sandbox. The attackers used social engineering tactics on social media to promote the fake game, w…

Published: October 23, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-4947

Downloadable IOCs: 2

Tricks and Treats: New Pixel-Level Deception

GHOSTPULSE malware has evolved to embed malicious data within pixel structures of PNG files, replacing its previous IDAT chunk technique. Recent campaigns involve social engineering tactics, tricking victims with CAPTCHA validations that trigger malicious commands through keyboard shortcuts. The ma…

configuration extractor

pixel-level deception

png files

crc32

gdi+

Published: October 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 9

ClickFix tactic: The Phantom Meet

This analysis explores the ClickFix social engineering tactic that emerged in 2024, focusing on a cluster impersonating Google Meet pages to distribute malware. The tactic tricks users into running malicious code by displaying fake error messages. The investigated cluster targets both Windows and m…

Published: October 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 171

Beware: Fake Google Meet Pages Deliver Infostealers in Ongoing ClickFix Campaign

Threat actors are using fake Google Meet web pages as part of the ClickFix campaign to deliver infostealers targeting Windows and macOS systems. The attackers display fake error messages in web browsers, tricking users into executing malicious PowerShell code. The campaign has expanded to impersona…

Published: October 18, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Threat actors use ChatGPT to write malware

OpenAI has disrupted over 20 malicious cyber operations abusing ChatGPT for various purposes, including malware development and spear-phishing attacks. The company confirmed cases involving Chinese and Iranian threat actors. SweetSpecter, a Chinese group, targeted OpenAI employees with phishing ema…

Published: October 14, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 1

DPRK Threat Actors Lure Tech Industry Job Seekers to Install New Variants of BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret Malware

DPRK-associated threat actors are targeting tech industry job seekers through fake recruitment campaigns, installing malware on their devices. The campaign, named CL-STA-240 Contagious Interview, uses social engineering to lure victims into online interviews where they are convinced to download mal…

Published: October 9, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 0

Pig Butchering Alert: Fraudulent Trading App targeted iOS and Android users

A large-scale fraud campaign involving fake trading apps targeting Apple iOS and Android users across multiple regions has been uncovered. The apps, developed using the UniApp framework, were distributed through official app stores and phishing sites. Unlike conventional mobile trojans, these apps …

fraudulent trading apps

unishadowtrade

goldpickaxe

Published: October 4, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 9

Separating the bee from the panda: CeranaKeeper making a beeline for Thailand

This intelligence report details a sophisticated malware campaign targeting multiple industries across various countries. The threat actor employs advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to infiltrate networks, maintain persistence, and exfiltrate sensitive data. The malware used in thi…

social engineering

data exfiltration

advanced persistent threat

2024-10-03

custom malware

multi-industry targeting

persistence techniques

network infiltration

Published: October 3, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 16

Iranian Cyber Actors Targeting Personal Accounts to Support Operations

Cyber actors working for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) are targeting individuals connected to Iranian and Middle Eastern affairs, including government officials, think tank personnel, journalists, activists, and lobbyists. They use social engineering techniques, impersonating cont…

two-factor authentication

political campaigns

Published: September 30, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 65

Wallet Scam: A Case Study in Crypto Drainer Tactics

A malicious app on Google Play, posing as WalletConnect, targeted mobile users to steal cryptocurrency. The app evaded detection for five months, achieving over 10,000 downloads. It used advanced social engineering and modern crypto drainer toolkit, stealing approximately $70,000 from victims. The …

Published: September 27, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 8

The Emerging Dynamics of Deepfake Scam Campaigns on the Web

Researchers have uncovered dozens of scam campaigns utilizing deepfake videos featuring public figures like CEOs, news anchors, and government officials. These campaigns target victims in multiple countries using various languages. The scams promote fake investment schemes and government giveaways.…

infrastructure analysis

Published: September 2, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 428

Iranian backed group steps up phishing campaigns against Israel, U.S.

An Iranian government-backed threat group known as APT42 has significantly intensified its phishing campaigns targeting high-profile individuals in Israel and the United States over the past six months. The group, associated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has focused on current and …

Published: August 26, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 38

Best Laid Plans: TA453 Targets Religious Figure with Fake Podcast Invite Delivering New BlackSmith Malware Toolset

Proofpoint security researchers identified an Iranian threat group known as TA453 targeting a prominent religious figure through a sophisticated social engineering campaign. The threat actors impersonated a legitimate organization and invited the target to participate in a podcast interview. Upon e…

Published: August 20, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 10

Threat actor targeting UK banks in ongoing AnyDesk social engineering campaign

Threat analysts are tracking an ongoing campaign that employs fake websites and social engineering tactics to distribute a malicious version of the AnyDesk remote access software to Windows and macOS users. Once installed on a victim's machine, it is being utilized to steal data and money. The camp…

Published: August 9, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 50

Threat Actors Behind the DEV#POPPER Campaign Have Retooled and are Continuing to Target Software Developers via Social Engineering

The intelligence report discusses an ongoing malware campaign that targets software developers through social engineering tactics like fake job interviews. The threat actors behind this campaign have upgraded their tools, now supporting multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, and macOS) and emp…

social engineering

dev#popper

2024-08-01

Published: August 1, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Secret Message: Steganography Tricks of TA558 Group in Cyber Attacks on Enterprises in Russia and Belarus

F.A.C.C.T.'s Threat Intelligence analysts have investigated numerous cyberattacks by the TA558 group targeting enterprises, government institutions, and banks in Russia and Belarus. The attacks aimed to steal data and gain access to the organization's internal systems. TA558 used multi-stage phishi…

Published: July 30, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2017-11882

Downloadable IOCs: 74

How do cryptocurrency drainer phishing scams work?

Cryptodrainer phishing scams have emerged as a significant threat, targeting unsuspecting individuals through deceptive tactics to steal their digital assets. These scams lure victims with promises of profits while covertly siphoning their cryptocurrency. Attackers employ social engineering techniq…

Published: July 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Resurrecting Internet Explorer: Threat Actors Using Zero-day Tricks in Internet Shortcut File to Lure Victims (CVE-2024-38112)

Check Point Research discovered threat actors leveraging novel techniques to execute malicious code on Windows systems by exploiting Internet Explorer's vulnerabilities. The attackers utilized specially crafted .url files that, when opened, would launch IE and visit attacker-controlled URLs. Additi…

Published: July 10, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-38112 (CVSS 7.5), CVE-2021-40444, CVE-2023-36025

Downloadable IOCs: 7

Exposing FakeBat loader: distribution methods and adversary infrastructure

During the first semester of 2024, FakeBat (aka EugenLoader, PaykLoader) was one of the most widespread loaders using the drive-by download technique. Researchers uncovered multiple FakeBat distribution campaigns leveraging malvertising, software impersonation, fake web browser updates, and social …

Published: July 2, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 237

CapraTube Remix | Android Spyware Targeting Gamers, Weapons Enthusiasts

SentinelLabs has uncovered a new campaign of Android spyware apps associated with the suspected Pakistan state-aligned Transparent Tribe threat group. The malicious apps, disguised as video browsers, gaming sites, and TikTok content, target mobile gamers, weapons enthusiasts, and individuals intere…

Published: July 1, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Behind the Great Wall Void Arachne Targets Chinese-Speaking Users With the Winos 4.0 CC Framework

Trend Micro recently discovered a threat actor group dubbed Void Arachne targeting Chinese-speaking users with malicious Windows Installer (MSI) files containing legitimate software bundled with malicious Winos payloads. The campaign promotes compromised MSI files embedded with nudifiers, deepfake …

Published: June 19, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-21412

Downloadable IOCs: 46

From Clipboard to Compromise: A PowerShell Self-Pwn

This intelligence report details a unique social engineering technique observed by Proofpoint researchers, leveraging users to copy and paste malicious PowerShell scripts to infect their computers. The threat actors TA571 and ClearFake activity cluster employ this method to deliver malware like Dar…

Published: June 17, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 14

Cybercriminals attack banking customers in EU with V3B phishing kit

An analysis reveals that a cybercriminal group is distributing sophisticated phishing kits to target banking customers in the European Union. These kits, designed to steal sensitive information like credentials and OTP codes, utilize social engineering tactics to deceive victims into revealing pers…

Published: June 10, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 44

Gootloader walkthrough

The analysis delves into the intricate workings of the Gootloader malware campaign. Through a meticulously crafted social engineering scheme involving SEO poisoning and fake forums, threat actors lure unsuspecting victims into downloading a malicious JavaScript file disguised as a legitimate resour…

Published: May 24, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 12

Threat actors misusing Quick Assist in social engineering attacks leading to ransomware

The report describes a recent campaign by the threat actor Storm-1811, a financially motivated cybercriminal group known for deploying Black Basta ransomware. The campaign begins with social engineering tactics like voice phishing (vishing) and email bombing to trick users into granting remote acce…

Published: May 16, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 12

Romance Scams Urging Investment

The report details an investigation into romance scams that exploit emotional connections to solicit money under the guise of cryptocurrency investments. Perpetrators pose as potential romantic partners or friends to gain trust and eventually introduce victims to fake cryptocurrency exchanges desig…

Published: May 13, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 3

New Campaigns from Scattered Spider

Scattered Spider, a financially motivated threat actor group, has been conducting aggressive phishing campaigns targeting various industries, particularly the finance and insurance sectors. Their tactics involve creating convincing lookalike domains and login pages to lure victims into revealing cr…

Published: May 10, 2024

Linked vulnerabilities : CVE-2024-22024

Downloadable IOCs: 118

Analysis of DEV#POPPER: New Attack Campaign Targeting Software Developers Likely Associated With North Korean Threat Actors

This report delves into an ongoing social engineering attack campaign, codenamed DEV#POPPER, likely orchestrated by North Korean threat actors, targeting software developers through fake job interviews. The attackers trick the developers into downloading and executing malicious Python-based RAT dis…

Published: April 29, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 7

FakeBat Malware Distributing via Fake Browser Updates

This report details a recent malware campaign leveraging fake browser update notifications to distribute the FakeBat loader. The campaign employs sophisticated social engineering techniques, with malicious JavaScript code injected into compromised websites to trigger deceptive update prompts. These…

Published: April 29, 2024

Downloadable IOCs: 6

Tag: social engineering

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Discord Invite Hijacking: How Fake Links Are Delivering Infostealers

TxTag Takedown: Busting Phishing Email Schemes

Cybercriminals Abusing Vercel to Deliver Remote Access Malware

Steam Phishing: Popular as Ever

Inside the BlueNoroff Web3 macOS Intrusion Analysis

Warning Against Distribution of Malware Disguised as Research Papers

GitHub's Dark Side: Unveiling Malware Disguised as Cracks, Hacks, and Crypto Tools

From ClickFix deception to information stealer deployment

Eggs in a Cloudy Basket: Skeleton Spider's Trusted Cloud Malware Delivery

How Threat Actors Exploit Human Trust: A Breakdown of the 'Prove You Are Human' Malware Scheme

Behind the Script: Unmasking Phishing Attacks Using Google Apps Script

AMOS Variant Distributed Via Clickfix In Spectrum-Themed Dynamic Delivery Campaign By Russian Speaking Hackers

Crocodilus Mobile Malware: Evolving Fast, Going Global

Victims risk AsyncRAT infection after being redirected to fake Booking.com sites

Caught in the CAPTCHA: How ClickFix is Weaponizing Verification Fatigue to Deliver RATs & Infostealers

Pixel-Perfect Trap: The Surge of SVG-Borne Phishing Attacks

Recruitment Scams on the Rise: How Threat Actors Exploit Job Seekers

Iranian Cyber Actors Impersonate Model Agency in Suspected Espionage Operation

APT36-Style ClickFix Attack Spoofs Indian Ministry to Target Windows & Linux

Uncovering Actor TTP Patterns and the Role of DNS in Investment Scams

Lampion Is Back With ClickFix Lures

Fake Social Security Statement emails trick users into installing remote tool

Security Brief: French BEC Threat Actor Targets Property Payments

Pick your Poison - A Double-Edged Email Attack

Smishing Attacks Rise: How to Spot and Stop SMS Phishing

The Return of Pharmacy-Themed Spam

Russian Infrastructure Plays Crucial Role in North Korean Cybercrime Operations

Power Parasites: Job & Investment Scam Campaign Targets Energy Companies and Major Brands

The "free money" trap: How scammers exploit financial anxiety

Byte Bandits: How Fake PDF Converters Are Stealing More Than Just Your Documents

Slow Pisces Targets Developers With Coding Challenges and Introduces New Customized Python Malware

Phishing campaign impersonates Booking.com, delivers a suite of credential-stealing malware

Analyzing OBSCURE#BAT: Threat Actors Lure Victims into Executing Malicious Batch Scripts to Deploy Stealthy Rootkits

March 2025 Trends Report on Phishing Emails

Scattered Spider: Still Hunting for Victims in 2025

The Wagmi Manual: Copy, Paste, and Profit

Gootloader Returns: Malware Hidden in Google Ads for Legal Documents

Threat actors leverage tax season to deploy tax-themed phishing campaigns

Evolution of Sophisticated Phishing Tactics: The QR Code Phenomenon

Delivering Trojans Via ClickFix Captcha

Snow White — Beware the Bad Apple in the Torrent

YouTube Creators Under Siege Again: Clickflix Technique Fuels Malware Attacks

Real-Time Anti-Phishing: Essential Defense Against Evolving Cyber Threats

The rising threat of social engineering through fake fixes

Ramadan Scams on the Rise: Fake Giveaways, Crypto Traps & Fraudulent Donations

Unmasking GrassCall Campaign: The Hackers Behind Job Recruitment Cyber Scams

Hundreds of thousands of rubles for your secrets: cyber spies disguise themselves as recruiters

Trump Cryptocurrency Delivers ConnectWise RAT

AI-Assisted Fake GitHub Repositories Fuel SmartLoader and LummaStealer Distribution

Unmasking GrassCall Campaign: The APT Behind Job Recruitment Cyber Scams

Stealers and backdoors are spreading under the guise of a DeepSeek client

Booking a Threat: Inside LummaStealer's Fake reCAPTCHA

Black Basta and Cactus Ransomware Groups Add BackConnect Malware to Their Arsenal

Russian campaign targeting Romanian WhatsApp numbers

Pivots into New Lazarus Group Infrastructure, Acquires Sensitive Intel Related to $1.4B ByBit Hack and Past Attacks

Android trojan TgToxic updates its capabilities

Phishing Campaigns Targeting Higher Education Institutions

Amazon Phish Hunts for Security Answers and Payment Information

Valentine's Day Cyber Attack Landscape: Exploiting Love Through Digital Deception

Inside a Malware Campaign: A Nigerian Hacker's Perspective

Multiple Russian Threat Actors Targeting Microsoft Device Code Authentication

ClickFix Scam Exposed! Protect Your Data Before It's Too Late

When Data Tools Become Dangerous: MS Power BI Links Used in Phishing Campaigns

Scalable Vector Graphics files pose a novel phishing threat

Hackers Hijack JFK File Release: Malware & Phishing Surge

Two ransomware campaigns tracked using 'email bombing' and Microsoft Teams 'vishing'

Threat Research Report: Malicious Domain Activity During the Los Angeles Wildfires

New Star Blizzard spear-phishing campaign targets WhatsApp accounts

Recruitment Phishing Scam Imitates Hiring Process

Analysis of the attack activities of APT-C-26 (Lazarus) using weaponized IPMsg software

Recent Cases of Watering Hole Attacks, Part 1

Your Data Is Under New Management: The Rise of LummaStealer

How Threat Actors Exploit Brand Collaborations to Target Popular YouTube Channels

NodeLoader Exposed: The Node.js Malware Evading Detection

Inside the incident: Uncovering an advanced phishing attack

Meeten Malware: A Cross-Platform Threat to Crypto Wallets on macOS and Windows

Security Brief: ClickFix Social Engineering Technique Floods Threat Landscape