BlackFile's Vishing Surge [New Threat]
A new threat actor, BlackFile, is making serious waves, turning the phone into a weapon for data theft and extortion. Retail and hospitality are in their crosshairs.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- New threat actor BlackFile is actively targeting retail and hospitality sectors with vishing attacks. 𝕏
- The group impersonates IT support to steal employee credentials and exfiltrate sensitive data from Salesforce and SharePoint. 𝕏
- BlackFile demands seven-figure ransoms and has used swatting tactics to pressure victims. 𝕏
- RH-ISAC recommends strengthening call-handling policies and employee training to combat these attacks. 𝕏
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Originally reported by Bleeping Computer
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