Security News > 2021 > January > Australian cybersecurity agency used as cover in malware campaign
The Australian government warns of an ongoing campaign impersonating the Australian Cyber Security Centre to infect targets with malware.
"The Australian Cyber Security Centre warns some Australians are receiving phone calls or emails from scammers claiming to be ACSC employees and that the receiving person's computer has been compromised," the cybersecurity agency warned.
The emails sent by these threat actors masquerade as official messages delivered by the ACSC which try to persuade Australians on the receiving end to download antivirus software via malicious links.
"Further to the emails, there have been reports of cybercriminals calling individuals from a spoofed Australian phone number requesting they download 'TeamViewer' or 'AnyDesk' onto their device to help resolve malware issues," the ACSC added.
Australians who have been targeted in this campaign or want to find more about these ongoing attacks are advised to reach out to the ACSC by calling 1300 292 371.
Last year, the ACSC also warned of phone scammers impersonating Australian government agencies and businesses.