Dec 3, 05:18 AM

Horns&Hooves Phishing Campaign Targets 1,000+ Victims with Microsoft Word Files, Deploying NetSupport RAT and BurnsRAT

A new phishing campaign, dubbed the Horns&Hooves campaign, has been identified as using corrupted Microsoft Word files and fake emails to target over 1,000 victims. The attackers deploy remote access trojans (RATs) such as NetSupport RAT and BurnsRAT, which pose significant risks of data theft and ransomware. These malicious emails are disguised as legitimate customer requests, successfully bypassing antivirus and spam filters. In addition, the SmokeLoader malware has resurfaced, specifically targeting the manufacturing and IT sectors in Taiwan, further complicating the cybersecurity landscape. This series of attacks highlights the growing sophistication of cyber threats and the need for enhanced security measures.

#Microsoft Word #NetSupport RAT #BurnsRAT #SmokeLoader #Taiwan

Written with ChatGPT (GPT-4o mini).

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Computer Hoy@computerhoy
2 years ago
¡Alerta! Documentos de Microsoft Word usados en una peligrosa campaña de phishing. https://t.co/wvj86Aq8sN
The Hacker News@TheHackersNews
2 years ago
🚨 A new phishing campaign is slipping past email defenses! Corrupted ZIP files and Office documents bypass antivirus and spam filters, landing directly in your inbox. Read the full breakdown: https://t.co/wF2w4TdwhJ #cybersecurity #infosec
Infosec Alevski 💻🕵️‍♂️@Alevskey
2 years ago
Horns&Hooves Campaign Delivers RATs via Fake Emails and JavaScript Payloads: https://t.co/nIZC0DwVNP by The Hacker News #infosec #cybersecurity #technology #news

Horns&Hooves Phishing Campaign Targets 1,000+ Victims with Microsoft Word Files, Deploying NetSupport RAT and BurnsRAT

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