From Web Injects to Info Stealers: How Cybercriminals Stay Ahead — DISCARDED: Tales From the Threat Research Trenches

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Hello to all our Cyber Sleuths! Host Selena Larson, and guest host, Sarah Sabotka take you behind the scenes of the ever-changing world of cybercrime—where attackers innovate, scams evolve, and staying one step ahead is a constant challenge.

From remote monitoring and management (RMM) abuse to adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) phishing, web injects, flashy malware lures, and the latest wave of information stealers, we unpack the tactics, techniques, and procedures shaping today’s threat landscape.

We talk about:

Why attackers are leaning on RMM tools and what you can do to defend yourself or your organization.
How MFA-aware phishing kits are evolving and ways to stay secure.
New information stealers emerging in the wake of law enforcement disruptions.
The role Reddit can play in helping spot real-world scams.
The human side of cyber crime, from fraud and job scams to societal pressures driving people into schemes.
The exponential growth of web injects and unique social engineering
The cunning tactics of threat actors like TA582

Along the way, we share practical tips for staying safe online—closing suspicious tabs, using MFA, blocking unsolicited links, and even taking mindful breaks from the digital world.

This episode helps you understand the chaos of the digital underworld and stay one step ahead—without throwing your phone into the woods.

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog/threat-insight/remote-monitoring-and-management-rmm-tooling-increasingly-attackers-first-choice

https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog/threat-insight/when-monster-bytes-tracking-ta585-and-its-arsenal

https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog/threat-insight/amatera-stealer-rebranded-acr-stealer-improved-evasion-sophistication

https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/csn-annual-data-book-2024.pdf

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