Microsoft has issued a serious warning about an ongoing phishing scam targeting Teams users and tricking them into downloading ransomware. The group behind it has been active since 2016, but their attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated.
But first, let’s clarify what exactly phishing scams are. They’re fraudulent attempts to trick you into giving sensitive information, often disguised as communications from trusted sources.
And ransomware? That’s malicious software designed to block access to your system until a (usually large) ransom is paid.
These emails typically mimic invoices and payment services like DocuSign and QuickBooks, and they’ve even tried to trick Microsoft itself.
Imagine losing access to your entire system, with the only solution being to hand over a ton of money. Scary, right?
Microsoft is doing everything in its power to prevent these attacks. But they advise administrators to limit potential damage by adopting the principle of least privilege (every person using Teams has only the minimum security privileges), and making sure 2 factor authentication is used (where you prove it’s you on a second device).
Now… you might be think you’re tech-savvy and wouldn’t fall for a scam. Truth is, even the most tech-savvy business owners and managers can be caught off guard by these sophisticated campaigns.
What can you do? Pay close attention to email details like the domain and address, the grammar, and the layout of the content. It’s the little things that often give these scams away.
Are you confident you – or your employees – would spot a scam like this? If you need any security training, get in touch.
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https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/microsoft-teams-warns-of-another-dangerous-phishing-attack-spreading-ransomware