Securitybrief Surge in BaoLoader Malware Campaigns Reported by ReliaQuest
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ReliaQuest has reported an increase in malware campaigns utilizing manufactured trust and user interaction, with a notable rise in incidents involving the BaoLoader malware. The company identified spearphishing links, spearphishing attachments, and drive-by compromise as the three most common initial access techniques. Additionally, there has been a decline in ransomware victim counts posted to data-leak sites.
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