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Fake Adobe and Zoom Updates Install ScreenConnect for Persistent Remote Access

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The Hacker News
Fake Adobe and Zoom Updates Install ScreenConnect for Persistent Remote Access
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Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new campaign called SMOKE#SCREEN that uses fake software updates for Adobe and Zoom to install remote monitoring tools. Attackers use these legitimate programs to gain persistent, stealthy access to enterprise systems.

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of an active, multi-wave campaign that employs social engineering lures themed around Adobe and Zoom software updates, business document reviews, and system maintenance utilities to stealthily deploy Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) programs like ConnectWise ScreenConnect.

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