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Fake IT support calls on Microsoft Teams push EtherRAT malware
Threat actors are abusing Microsoft Teams voice calls by impersonating corporate IT support staff to trick employees into installing the EtherRAT malware, giving attackers initial access to corporate networks.
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Threat actors are using Microsoft Teams voice calls to deceive employees into installing malicious software. These impersonators claim to be corporate IT support staff, which allows them to gain the trust of their targets.
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