Global Smishing Alert: Darcula Phishing Service Targets Mobile Users Worldwide
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Security experts warn of Darcula, a phishing-as-a-service platform targeting iPhone and Android users worldwide.
Darcula uses fake domains to launch large-scale smishing attacks via iMessage and RCS, imitating postal services and other entities.
The service has been active for over a year, with a focus on victims in the UK and US, showing its extensive reach.
Phishing sites linked to Darcula are high quality and have been involved in major phishing incidents.
There's a suspected alignment of Darcula with Chinese-speaking cybercriminal groups.
Cybersecurity awareness is crucial; users should scrutinize unsolicited messages and verify authenticity before engagement.
Recommendations include heightened vigilance against parcel delivery scam messages and using official websites for verifications instead of provided links.
Summary based on 4 sources
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