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Hackers Using Microsoft Teams Messages and Calls to Trick Users and Gain Remote Access to System

Cybersecurity NewsNovember 2, 20264 min read

Hackers are using Microsoft Teams messages and voice calls to impersonate IT support staff, persuade employees to approve remote access, and move deeper into corporate networks. Two intrusions investigated by Microsoft show how a seemingly routine help desk conversation can lead to stolen data and access to highly privileged accounts. The attacks did not exploit […] The post Hackers Using Microsoft Teams Messages and Calls to Trick Users and Gain Remote Access to System appeared first on Cyber Security News.

Hackers are using Microsoft Teams messages and voice calls to impersonate IT support staff, persuade employees to approve remote access, and move deeper into corporate networks. Two intrusions investigated by Microsoft show how a seemingly routine help desk conversation can lead to stolen data and access to highly privileged accounts. The attacks did not exploit a Microsoft Teams vulnerability. Instead, they combined social engineering, legitimate remote-support software, and weak Active Directory Certificate Services…

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