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Russian Hackers Impersonate Microsoft to Steal Data

1/25/2025

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Russian cybercriminals are on the prowl, masquerading as Microsoft support on Teams to pilfer sensitive data and unleash ransomware. Security firm Sophos has identified two notorious groups, Storm-1811 and FIN7, employing deceptive tactics like email spamming and remote access tools. Organizations must tighten access controls and educate employees to combat these cunning social-engineering schemes.

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Story summary

Russian cybercriminals are on the prowl, masquerading as Microsoft support on Teams to pilfer sensitive data and unleash ransomware. Security firm Sophos has identified two notorious groups, Storm-1811 and FIN7, employing deceptive tactics like email spamming and remote access tools. Organizations must tighten access controls and educate employees to combat these cunning social-engineering schemes.