Have you heard about the latest sneaky tactic that cyber bad guys are using? They’re pretending to be helpful tech support people in Microsoft Teams, which is a popular app where coworkers chat and work together online. The folks over at Sophos, a company that works to protect computers and data, have shared news with CyberScoop, an online news source, about these tricky moves.
The Sophos researcher explained to CyberScoop that they’ve seen these fake tech support acts trick people and mess with at least 15 different organizations. Imagine being at work, getting a message from tech support, and it turns out they’re not the good guys after all. That can be pretty scary, right?
Here’s what happens: The cybercriminals sneak into Teams, which is kind of like breaking into a big office building without anyone noticing. Once they’re in, they act like they’re from tech support and start chatting with people. They’re really, really good at pretending, so people think they’re talking to someone who’s there to help with computer problems. But in reality, the bad guys use this trick to steal important stuff and create chaos.
Now, you might be thinking: “Well, how do I keep the bad guys from tricking me or my company?” That’s a smart question! It’s important to always double-check when someone from tech support contacts you. If anything feels off or you didn’t expect them to reach out, it’s better to ask your real tech team directly before following any instructions or sharing any info.
But don’t worry; you’re not alone in this! Diversified Outlook Group can offer help and guidance to make sure you and your organization stay safe from these fake tech support schemes. Whether it’s getting solid advice on how to spot the fakes or beefing up your cyber defenses, they’ve got your back.
Curious about how they can help? Send an email over to support@diversifiedoutlookgroup.com, and the team at Diversified Outlook Group will gear up to protect you and your business from these sneaky cyber tactics.
And to read more about what’s happening with these Teams scams, check out the full story at cyberscoop.com/ransomware-groups-pose-as-fake-tech-support-over-teams/. Stay safe, everyone!