Fake updates spread malware
Security experts have identified a new threat. It redirects users to compromised websites and prompts them to download fake updates that lead to malware downloads. The malware is tailored to the user's geographic location and varies depending on their location. Security experts have identified a growing threat from so-called "fake update" attacks. These attacks use fake update notifications to trick users into installing malware. Two newly identified threat actors (TA2726 and TA2727) are emerging as driving the spread of malware via compromised websites. Fake updates entice users to download malware. The attackers use...
