Operation Phantom Enigma
Essential information
- Published
- 05/06/2025 16:53
- Modified
- 05/06/2025 17:46
- Tags
- 2025-06-05 banking browser extension mesh agent pdq connect agent phishing powershell stealer
- Related entities
- 2 techniques (mitre), 6 others
Description
A malicious campaign targeting primarily Brazilian residents has been discovered, with attacks detected since early 2025. The attackers employed phishing emails, some sent from compromised company servers, to distribute malware. Two attack chains were identified: one using a malicious browser extension for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Brave, and another utilizing Mesh Agent or PDQ Connect Agent. The campaign aimed to steal authentication data from victims' bank accounts, particularly targeting Banco do Brasil customers. Over 700 downloads of the malicious extension were recorded, affecting users in Brazil, Colombia, Czech Republic, Mexico, Russia, Vietnam, and other countries. The attackers used sophisticated techniques, including virtualization checks, UAC bypass, and file deletion to evade detection.