Bradley Duncan and Zach Diehl of Unit 42 have discovered a malware campaign using Bing ads to direct users to fake software pages and upload malware. One example found on 22 January 2025 led users to a fake Microsoft Teams download page where a seemingly innocuous JavaScript file was downloaded, which then downloaded further malware files to the user’s system. The researchers emphasise the importance of checking URLs and avoiding clicking on ads when downloading software.
North Korean Hackers Use Fake U.S. Companies to Spread Malware in Crypto Industry: Report
North Korean hackers reportedly set up shell companies in the US to penetrate the crypto sector and target developers via fake job offers, according to
