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Fake Microsoft pages are becoming the new tools of hackers.
Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, and one of the latest trends shows how attackers disguise themselves as HR departments of large companies. A recent example of a phishing attack reviewed by Cofense was found in secure environments such as Google, Outlook 365, and Proofpoint, where fraudsters sent fake emails on behalf of HR departments.
The messages look as plausible as possible. The subject line of the email includes something important and eye-catching, such as "Updated Employee Guidelines". The letter uses the business style typical of official corporate communications, and emphasizes the need to familiarize yourself with the new requirements.
The main goal of a phishing attack is to entice the user to click on a link and enter their details on a fake login page. The letter uses the authority of the HR department and creates a sense of urgency so that the victim does not think about the authenticity of the letter.
Fraudsters also resort to psychological techniques, causing employees to fear non-compliance with corporate requirements. The letter invites you to follow a link leading to a fake website that imitates a document storage platform.
When the user clicks on the link, they are redirected to a page claiming to belong to Microsoft. Here he sees a form for entering corporate credentials. After filling it out, the user is shown an error message and then redirected to the real Microsoft website. This gives the victim the illusion of a minor problem, and they are unaware that the data has already been compromised.
This phishing example demonstrates how attackers use trust and urgency to steal accounts, as well as trick victims by redirecting them from site to site, exploiting their inattention.
To counter such threats, it is necessary to implement comprehensive protection measures, including employee training and the use of advanced cybersecurity solutions. Organizations must strengthen their defenses against phishing attacks by combining technology with employee attentiveness, which is the first line of defense.
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Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, and one of the latest trends shows how attackers disguise themselves as HR departments of large companies. A recent example of a phishing attack reviewed by Cofense was found in secure environments such as Google, Outlook 365, and Proofpoint, where fraudsters sent fake emails on behalf of HR departments.
The messages look as plausible as possible. The subject line of the email includes something important and eye-catching, such as "Updated Employee Guidelines". The letter uses the business style typical of official corporate communications, and emphasizes the need to familiarize yourself with the new requirements.
The main goal of a phishing attack is to entice the user to click on a link and enter their details on a fake login page. The letter uses the authority of the HR department and creates a sense of urgency so that the victim does not think about the authenticity of the letter.
Fraudsters also resort to psychological techniques, causing employees to fear non-compliance with corporate requirements. The letter invites you to follow a link leading to a fake website that imitates a document storage platform.
When the user clicks on the link, they are redirected to a page claiming to belong to Microsoft. Here he sees a form for entering corporate credentials. After filling it out, the user is shown an error message and then redirected to the real Microsoft website. This gives the victim the illusion of a minor problem, and they are unaware that the data has already been compromised.
This phishing example demonstrates how attackers use trust and urgency to steal accounts, as well as trick victims by redirecting them from site to site, exploiting their inattention.
To counter such threats, it is necessary to implement comprehensive protection measures, including employee training and the use of advanced cybersecurity solutions. Organizations must strengthen their defenses against phishing attacks by combining technology with employee attentiveness, which is the first line of defense.
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