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Fake IT support on Teams used to deploy malware

Cybercriminals are impersonating IT support staff on Microsoft Teams to trick employees into installing malware. These attackers leverage social engineering tactics, posing as legitimate IT personnel to gain trust and persuade victims to download malicious software. This tactic is part of a broader trend of AI-related security incidents and vulnerabilities impacting businesses. AI

IMPACT This tactic highlights the growing use of social engineering in cyberattacks, potentially increasing risks for businesses relying on collaboration platforms.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a specific cyber-attack method using a common business communication tool, which falls under the 'tool' category for AI-adjacent security threats.

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Fake IT support on Teams used to deploy malware

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Fake IT bods on Microsoft Teams coax workers into installing malware

    Unit 42 says attackers are posing as helpdesk staff and persuading employees to hand over remote control before dropping EtherRAT trojan