Securonix has warned of tax-themed phishing emails attempting to deliver malware through Microsoft Management Console (MSC) files, with users targeted in Pakistan. The study found malicious code could be executed through the .msc file, exploiting the MMC files’ flexibility. The company advises users to avoid downloading files or attachments from unverified sources.
Outlaw Group Uses SSH Brute-Force to Deploy Cryptojacking Malware on Linux Servers
Cybersecurity researchers have revealed details about Outlaw, an “auto-propagating” cryptocurrency mining botnet that targets SSH servers with weak credentials. The Romanian-origin malware performs SSH brute-force
