Fake Financial File Phishing

In a recent phishing scam, cyber attackers employ ambiguous financial terminology to pique your interest, urging you to open the attachment in the email. The subject line reads "Remittance Summary," while the malicious attachment is labeled "Payment Advice." The email body simply states, "Find attached payment advice for remittance.. Kindly revert." Although the sender's details may seem genuine, the email is actually sent from a fraudulent address. Opening the attached PDF file triggers the installation of malware onto your system.

This malware is crafted to extract sensitive information from your device, including personal data stored in your web browser such as login credentials. Additionally, it can deploy a keylogger, a malicious tool that records every keystroke you make. This means that whenever you input your username and password, the keylogger captures this information and transmits it directly to the cyber attackers.

To safeguard against financial phishing scams, adhere to these precautions:

• Maintain a healthy skepticism. If an email appears dubious or contains unusual grammatical errors, promptly report it to your organization.
• Scrutinize email addresses diligently. Cybercriminals often employ addresses that closely resemble those of legitimate senders.
• Avoid downloading unexpected attachments. If you receive an attachment unexpectedly or from an unfamiliar sender, refrain from opening it.