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Hackers Abuse Legitimate ScreenConnect Tool to Gain Remote Access Through Phishing

Cybersecurity NewsOctober 5, 20265 min read

Hackers are using a legitimate ScreenConnect client to turn a payment notification into a route for remote access. Instead of delivering custom malware, the phishing attempt directs recipients to software already designed to let someone else connect to their computer. The email claims that a payment of $5745.65 has been received and invites the recipient […] The post Hackers Abuse Legitimate ScreenConnect Tool to Gain Remote Access Through Phishing appeared first on Cyber Security News.

Hackers are using a legitimate ScreenConnect client to turn a payment notification into a route for remote access. Instead of delivering custom malware, the phishing attempt directs recipients to software already designed to let someone else connect to their computer. The email claims that a payment of $5745.65 has been received and invites the recipient to view order information as a PDF. This resembles earlier remote access phishing lures that disguise administrative software as everyday documents or familiar workplace downloads. Researchers from Internet Storm Center identified…

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