Phishing campaign changes target from Windows to Mac users
A new phishing attack going after Mac users has been discovered, one that changed tactic only after the previously targeted Windows users received an Edge browser update.
Phishing attacks are quite common threats for people to deal with, as online criminals set up websites and send out messages tricking people into sharing credentials or sensitive information. While the technique of using emails or bogus websites can take aim at practically anyone, sometimes the target audience can change for unexpected reasons.
One new attack discovered by security outfit LayerX Labs has been found to target Mac users specifically. However, while the attack’s latest targets use macOS, the phishing campaign actually had a different audience at the start.
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