INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Security researchers have discovered malicious files masquerading as CVs online that lure victims into giving up their banking passwords and
other financial information.According to Check Point, the malicious Microsoft Excel files were sent via email with subject lines such as
This banking malware is designed to steal credentials and other private information from users of targeted financial institutions.The
malware also has the ability to steal any passwords and cookies stored in victim's web browsers
Using this stolen information, cybercriminals can then connect to the victim's system and make illicit financial transactions from the
banking user's legitimate device.Check Point researchers have recently seen an increase in CV-themed scams in the US
During the past two months, the number of malicious files in CVs doubled with 1 out of 450 malicious files identified related to a CV file
as cybercriminals try to exploit layoffs and remuneration schemes during the pandemic.In addition to CVs containing malicious files, Check
and e-commerce sites.The aim of this malware is to try and trick users into submitting their credentials on a fake page as well as their
authorization details that can be used to compromise user accounts
rises, cyber criminals are hard at work
They are using CVs to gain precious information, especially as it relates to money and banking
I strongly urge anyone opening an email with a CV attached to think twice
