Watch out for the risk of spreading the virus from Facebook Messenger on Windows, MacOS and Linux
Security researchers at Kaspersky Lab have discovered a cross-platform campaign taking place on Facebook Messenger - where users often get video links directed to a fake site, tricking users into installing malware.
Although the malware's spread is still unclear, researchers think spammers are using compromised accounts, hacked browsers or clickjacking techniques to broadcast. Malignant link canopy.
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Often attackers will take the name of a friend on Facebook with a notification "
How this multi-platform malware works
The URL will direct the victim to Google doc to display the video thumbnail, if the user clicks, it will redirect to a customized landing page that matches their browser and operating system.
For example, Google Chrome users will be redirected to a fake YouTube website with a similar icon, displaying false error messages and tricking users into downloading malicious Chrome extensions from the Google Web Store store.
Similar to MacOS and Linux users.
Spam campaigns on Facebook are now quite popular. A few years ago, researchers discovered cybercriminals using .JPG image files to hide malware and infect Facebook users with ransomware Locky variants - code Turn on all the files on the infected computer until the ransom is paid.
To ensure your own safety, you should not be curious to see images or video links sent by anyone, even friends on Facebook Messenger, and update the antivirus software most often. can.
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