Security News > 2020 > March > How hackers are using COVID-19 fears to push new scams and malware
Cybersecurity firm Forcepoint reports that it has found a number of new phishing and malware scams circulating around the internet with a common theme: They all aim to capitalize on coronavirus and COVID-19 fears.
The tactics being used in this current wave of COVID-19 phishing and malware are nothing new: Phishing attempts are seeking to steal email passwords, fake ads are selling scam products, and traditional malware droppers are being found in infected word documents.
Phishing attacks aim to get users to give up their credentials, and those using COVID-19 to stoke fears are no different.
The emails contain links to suspicious websites, fake products, and other scams designed to separate users from their money and identities.
Malware droppers are designed to avoid traditional security by not containing any malware themselves.
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