Security News > 2020 > May > Coronavirus-themed phishing templates used to capture personal information
2020-05-15 15:12
The spread of the coronavirus has triggered a surge in templates that spoof government agencies and health organizations in an effort to capture personal information from people.
In a blog post published Thursday, security provider Proofpoint looks at several virus-themed templates that have been used in phishing attacks.
Many of these COVID-19 phishing templates try to entice people by promising information on stimulus payments and financial aid.
Designed to be used as part of a credential phishing campaign, the template prompts people to enter a username and password to receive COVID-19 safety information.
Promising information on COVID-19 financial support, the template actually is designed to capture names and social insurance numbers.