"Pirated Microsoft Office Delivers Malware Cocktail on Systems"

Cybercriminals are distributing a malware cocktail via cracked versions of Microsoft Office advertised on torrent websites. Malware delivered to users includes Remote Access Trojans (RATs), cryptocurrency miners, malware downloaders, proxy tools, and anti-virus software. The AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) identified the campaign, warning against downloading pirated software. The researchers discovered that the attackers use a variety of lures, including Microsoft Office, Windows, and the Hangul Word Processor. This article continues to discuss findings regarding the ongoing campaign.

Bleeping Computer reports "Pirated Microsoft Office Delivers Malware Cocktail on Systems"

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