The article summarizes multiple threats from the week, including phishing emails delivering remote access software, a fake Slack installer deploying a hidden desktop, and an Adobe Reader zero-day triggered by simply opening a PDF. It also notes that April's Patch Tuesday addressed two zero-days under active attack. The post advises IT professionals to verify suspicious communications and promotes Malwarebytes Scam Guard for link analysis.
Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: This old-school scam is still working “Your shipment has arrived” email hides remote access software Browser Guard gets even better with Access Control “iCloud storage is full” scam is back, and now it wants your payment details A fake Slack download is giving attackers a hidden desktop on your machine Booking.com breach gives scammers what they need to target guests AI clickbait can turn your notifications into a scam feed Fake YouTube copyright notices can steal your Google login From fake Proton VPN sites to gaming mods, this Windows infostealer is everywhere April Patch Tuesday fixes two zero-days, including one under active attack Credit Resources Vault: Why this credit email set off our scam alarms Omnistealer uses the blockchain to steal everything it can ChatGPT under scrutiny as Florida investigates campus shooting Simply opening a PDF could trigger this Adobe Reader zero-day Stay safe! Something feel off? Check it before you click. Malwarebytes Scam Guard helps you analyze suspicious links, texts, and screenshots instantly. Available with Malwarebytes Premium Security for all your devices, and in the Malwarebytes app for iOS and Android . Try it free →