Vishing Attack via Microsoft Teams Distributes DarkGate RAT
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🎭 New Vishing Attack via Microsoft Teams Distributes DarkGate RAT. A recent cyberattack utilized voice phishing (vishing) through a Microsoft Teams call to install the DarkGate remote access Trojan (RAT) on a victim’s device. Initially, the attacker attempted to use a Microsoft remote support application but shifted tactics after it failed, convincing the victim to download AnyDesk instead. This multistage attack involved social engineering and culminated in the installation of DarkGate, which allows remote control and data exfiltration. Researchers from Trend Micro emphasize the need for organizations to train employees on vishing tactics and to implement security measures such as multifactor authentication and vetting remote access tools to mitigate risks associated with these sophisticated attacks.
