Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a sophisticated multi-layered malware campaign using AutoIT, a scripting language known for its integration with Windows. The malware delivery mechanism includes a double-layered AutoIT script designed to deploy a devastating payload. The incident underscores AutoIT’s popularity among cybercriminals and the necessity for cybersecurity professionals to remain alert, monitor suspicious AutoIT executables, and analyze network traffic for connections to known malicious IPs.

Scammers Use Fake Kling AI Ads to Spread Malware
A series of malware campaigns have been identified targeting users of generative AI tools, notably posing as the popular Kling AI platform. The attackers used