Cybercriminals Exploit LinkedIn Private Messages to Spread Malware via Fake Professional Documents
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Cybercriminals are exploiting private messages on LinkedIn to distribute malware through fake professional documents. These files, named to match the targets' activities, contain malicious software. The campaign aims to compromise users by employing phishing techniques and Remote Access Trojans (RATs) to enable potential lateral movement. No additional technical details (such as malware names or indicators of compromise) are provided.