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The Hidden Danger of PDF Files with Embedded QR Codes

· Published 05/07/2024 15:37 · Modified 05/07/2024 16:21

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Published
05/07/2024 15:37
Modified
05/07/2024 16:21
Tags
2024-07-05 credential-theft malicious urls pdf files phishing qr codes
Related entities
1 observables, 11 techniques (mitre), 3 others

Description

The report describes how malware authors are abusing with embedded to deceive users into visiting malicious URLs disguised as legitimate services. The redirect users to fake Microsoft login pages designed to harvest credentials and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. The report details the techniques used, potential consequences, and provides indicators of compromise (IOCs) and SonicWall protection signatures.

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