Threat actors continue to operationalize current-events lures as part of malware delivery chains.

Recent research shows a backdoor deployed via attachments themed around breaking geopolitical news, using legitimate binaries and DLL sideloading techniques for persistence.

No attribution assumptions - just a reminder that contextual relevance remains one of the most effective social engineering tools.

What controls have you found most effective against news-driven phishing?

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Source: https://www.darktrace.com/blog/maduro-arrest-used-as-a-lure-to-deliver-backdoor

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