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1 week agoWindows Users: Global UpCrypter Phishing Attack is Expanding
The phishing emails arrive disguised as missed voicemails or purchase orders. Victims who click on the attachments are redirected to fake websites, designed to appear convincing, often featuring company logos to increase trust. According to Fortinet, these phishing pages prompt users to download a ZIP file containing a heavily disguised JavaScript dropper. Once opened, the script triggers PowerShell commands in the background that connect to attacker-controlled servers for the next stage of malware.
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