FileFix and ClickFix Attacks Surge in 2025, ESET Reports
TL;DR
The article discusses a 517% rise in ClickFix social engineering attacks using fake CAPTCHA verifications, leading to various malware infections, and introduces a new method called FileFix that tricks users into executing malicious commands via file paths. It also highlights recent phishing campaigns exploiting domains, email lures, and legitimate platforms to steal personal information and control victims' devices.
- New FileFix Method Emerges as a Threat Following 517% Rise in ClickFix Attacks The Hacker News
- New FileFix attack weaponizes Windows File Explorer for stealthy commands BleepingComputer
- Malware targets Mac users with fake CAPTCHA and AMOS Stealer Fox News
- ClickFix Attacks Surge 517% in 2025 Infosecurity Magazine
- ESET Threat Report H1 2025 WeLiveSecurity
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