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Vietnamese Cybercriminals Exploit AI Trend to Spread Malware

5/30/2025

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Cybercriminals known as UNC6032, operating from Vietnam, are preying on the growing fascination with AI by pushing deceptive video generator tools via malicious social media ads. These ads direct users to malware-infested sites, compromising sensitive data. Mandiant researchers have been monitoring this alarming campaign since November 2024, affecting millions worldwide and underscoring the critical need for user awareness against these scams.

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Cybercriminals known as UNC6032, operating from Vietnam, are preying on the growing fascination with AI by pushing deceptive video generator tools via malicious social media ads. These ads direct users to malware-infested sites, compromising sensitive data. Mandiant researchers have been monitoring this alarming campaign since November 2024, affecting millions worldwide and underscoring the critical need for user awareness against these scams.