Cybercriminals are targeting freight brokers and trucking carriers with malicious emails and links to install remote monitoring tools, enabling cargo hijacking and theft. These attacks are increasing globally, often exploiting trusted industry relationships and sophisticated social engineering tactics. #NetSupport #ScreenConnect
Keypoints
- Threat actors use phishing emails to deliver remote monitoring and management tools to supply chain targets.
- Attackers often impersonate legitimate entities to trick carriers into installing malicious software.
- RMM tools like ScreenConnect and PDQ Connect are used to gain full remote control of compromised systems.
- Cybercriminals collaborate with organized crime to hijack high-value cargo shipments.
- Defenses include monitoring network activity and blocking potentially malicious email attachments.