Vietnamese Hackers Behind Surge in Phishing Attacks Using Fake DMCA Notices
Phishing attempts using fake DMCA takedown notices have been on the rise, with Vietnamese hackers identified as the masterminds behind the Lone Star Stealer campaign. Photographers are the primary targets, and the scammers are employing AI for translation and creating diverse email templates to evade detection.
Cofense, a leading cybersecurity firm, has warned about this growing threat. The recent phishing attempts involve fake emails that claim to be copyright DMCA takedown notices, which, when opened, install malware such as the Lone Star Stealer. The scammers exploit the ethical concerns and fear of account deletion among photographers to lure them into clicking on the malicious links.
The Vietnamese hackers behind this campaign are sophisticated, using machine learning and AI tools to create convincing phishing definition. They employ Python to deliver legitimate-looking documents that hide the malware. To avoid falling victim to these scams, Cofense recommends raising awareness and providing training to recognize common signs of what is phishing, such as fake names, unusual language, and specific signs that a DMCA takedown notice isn't real.
Photographers should be vigilant against phishing attempts using fake DMCA takedown notices. To protect themselves, they should ensure all their work is original and check music rights before sharing on platforms like TikTok or Reel. If unsure, they should verify the authenticity of any DMCA takedown notice by contacting the platform directly.
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