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FBI's Qakbot Takedown, QR Code Phishing Attacks, Dox Anyone in America for $15

Shared Security

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Episode  ·  24:47  ·  Sep 11, 2023

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In this episode we discuss the FBI's remarkable takedown of the Qakbot botnet, a saga involving ransomware, cryptocurrency, and the FBI pushing an uninstaller to thousands of victim PCs. Next, we explore how a major U.S. energy organization fell victim to a QR code phishing attack, highlighting the ever-evolving tactics used by attackers. Finally, we discuss the alarming world of personal data exploitation through credit header information and a TransUnion subsidiary, where attackers can dox anyone in America for only $15. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2023/09/11/the-fbis-qakbot-takedown-qr-code-phishing-attacks-dox-anyone-in-america-for-15/

24m 47s  ·  Sep 11, 2023

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