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Cybercriminals have launched a series of phishing attacks using timely email phishing lures related to annual compensation reviews and bonuses. The phishing emails encourage recipients to click a lure to confirm a payment-related change.Opening the link leads to a lookalike Microsoft login page, which is designed to steal credentials. The sending email address for the phishing emails is “hrdp” followed by a randomized string of letters and numbers.

Cybercriminals have launched a series of phishing attacks against individuals in the UK impersonating the recruitment company Michael Page. These attacks are designed to spread malicious software (malware) to unsuspecting recipients.The emails commonly use job-themed lures to convince targeted individuals to click links to view and download a job description.Clicking the link leads to a lookalike Michael Page landing page, which encourages individuals to download a job description.

Every year, as the holiday shopping season approaches, holiday-themed phishing attacks rise. Attackers know the season brings a high volume of ecommerce activity—and related notifications.

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