Threats Tagged 'pdq connect'

Cybercriminals are targeting trucking and logistics companies to steal cargo freight through elaborate attack chains. They compromise companies and use their access to bid on cargo shipments, which they then steal and sell. The threat actors typically deliver remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools as a first-stage payload. This cyber-enabled theft is part of a multi-million-dollar criminal enterprise that has increased due to digital transformation. The attackers use tactics such as compromising load boards, email thread hijacking, and direct targeting via email campaigns. They deliver RMM tools like ScreenConnect, SimpleHelp, and PDQ Connect, which grant full control of compromised machines. The activity has been observed since at least June 2025, with nearly two dozen campaigns in the last two months alone.

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A spam campaign targeting Brazilian users, particularly C-level executives and financial/HR accounts, has been identified since January 2025. The campaign exploits commercial remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools, specifically PDQ Connect and N-able remote access tools. Attackers use Brazilian electronic invoice system (NF-e) as bait, leading victims to malicious content on Dropbox. The threat actor, likely an initial access broker, abuses free trial periods of RMM tools to gain complete control of target machines. The campaign's objective is to create a network of compromised machines for potential sale to third parties, including ransomware operators and state-sponsored actors. The abuse of commercial RMM tools is increasing due to their digital signatures, full backdoor capabilities, and low cost.

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