"Le Monde" Uncovers Magic Cat Software Used in SMS Scams

"Le Monde" and its partners in the "Darcula Unmasked" project have identified Magic Cat, a software designed to automate the sending of fraudulent messages. This software is developed and sold within the Chinese cybercriminal ecosystem. Magic Cat is used to send deceptive SMS messages, often under the pretext of package delivery issues, to steal bank card information. The investigation reveals the scale and sophistication of these operations, highlighting the methods used by cybercriminals to defraud users.