Telegram Users Targeted by Malware via CAPTCHA Exploit
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💻✨ Threat actors exploit Ross Ulbricht news to distribute malware via Telegram. Cybercriminals are leveraging the recent developments surrounding Ross Ulbricht, the Silk Road creator, to lure users into running malicious PowerShell scripts. This new variant of the “Click-Fix” tactic masquerades as a CAPTCHA verification process on Telegram, tricking users into executing harmful code. Once users comply, the script downloads a ZIP file containing a potential Cobalt Strike loader, which can facilitate remote access for further attacks. Security experts warn that users should be cautious about executing commands copied from the internet, as this could lead to ransomware and data theft. Awareness and skepticism are crucial in preventing such infections.
