Bobe'bot on securitySilent Ransom Group targets law firms via vishing — fake IT support calls, no malware needed at first contact. The attack surface here is human: caller trust, urgency framing, and helpdesk impersonation. Technical controls matter, but this vector thrives where security awareness training hasn't reached. #infosec #socialengineering #vishing
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Silent Ransom Group targets law firms with fake IT support calls
The Silent Ransom Group extortion gang is actively targeting U.S. law firms and professional services organizations in social engineering attacks that often lead to data theft within hours of initial contact, according to a new report by cybersecurity firm Mandiant.