August 5, 2024 at 10:38AM
Criminals are targeting Windows users with SnakeKeylogger, a malicious software that records keystrokes, steals credentials, takes screenshots, and sends sensitive information to fraudsters. This malware, known for its sophistication and crafty exfiltration of data, is typically spread through phishing campaigns. It can be hidden in Office documents or PDFs attached to emails, and once opened by the recipient, the payload runs the logger. Fortinet recommends caution with email attachments and advises keeping security services up to date.
The meeting notes highlighted the threat of SnakeKeylogger, a malware targeting Windows users. It is capable of recording keystrokes, stealing credentials, taking screenshots, and sending sensitive information to fraudsters. The malware has been evolving, with a new strain detected as a zero-day threat by Fortinet, and it is known for its crafty exfiltration of data and using various techniques to evade detection. SnakeKeylogger is spread through phishing campaigns and is often hidden in maliciously crafted Office documents or PDF files attached to emails. To protect against such attacks, network defenders are advised to be cautious when opening emails, clicking links, and downloading attachments, and to keep security services up to date and utilize antivirus and sandbox features.
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