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Security · 12h ago

WhatsApp Attack Uses Fake Docs to Install RMM Tool

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Hacker News ·

Attackers are sending malicious VBScript files via WhatsApp that install legitimate ManageEngine RMM software. Kaspersky reports the campaign targets WhatsApp Desktop and Web users in at least eight countries. The attack uses fake document lures to trick victims into running the script.

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The campaign exploits trust in legitimate RMM tools, making detection harder for both users and security software.
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