A recent collaborative effort between Microsoft and Europol has significantly undermined operations of the Lumma Stealer malware. Over 1,300 associated domains were seized and redirected to research 'sinkholes.' The operation highlights the success of combining private sector expertise and law enforcement capabilities in combating cybercrime. Lumma, a Malware as a Service (MaaS), is a serious threat due to features that allow easy distribution and evasion of security measures. It primarily spreads through spear-phishing and malvertising, targeting enterprises globally.
This operation is a clear example of how public-private partnerships are transforming the fight against cyber crime.
The malware impersonates trusted brands, including Microsoft, and is deployed via spear-phishing emails and malvertising, among other vectors.
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