LogMeIn Rescue is a legitimate remote-support and remote-access/RMM platform used by IT teams to troubleshoot end-user devices.
Overview
LogMeIn Rescue is a legitimate remote-support and remote-access/RMM platform used by IT teams to troubleshoot end-user devices. In cybercrime, attackers abuse it by leveraging stolen credentials obtained through social-engineered PayPal-notice campaigns to gain remote access and deploy RMM tooling, enabling rapid control and malware deployment. The combination of credential theft and remote access makes it a significant vector for intrusions and persistence.
Related Threat Clusters
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Phishing Campaign Uses Fake PayPal Alerts to Compromise Credentials
Threat actors have initiated a phishing campaign utilizing fraudulent PayPal alerts to steal credentials. The attack involves social engineering tactics that lead targets to download legitimate remote monitoring and…
2 articles · Updated January 15, 2026
Recent Intelligence Reports
- Fraudulent PayPal alerts tapped for credential compromise — Scworld · January 15, 2026
- Hackers Use Fake PayPal Notices to Steal Credentials, Deploy RMMs — Infosecurity-Magazine · January 14, 2026