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Hackers abuse custom GPTs to spread remote access trojans
Original: ⚪️ Custom GPTs Used for ClickFix Attacks and RAT Distribution 🗨️ Security researchers at Huntress have discovered that a
Security researchers at Huntress report that attackers are using custom GPTs in ChatGPT to carry out ClickFix-style attacks and distribute remote access trojans. The malicious GPTs are promoted through sponsored Google search results, redirecting users to pages that trick them into running harmful commands or downloading malware. Security commentators are discussing the scheme as an example of how trusted AI tools and search ads can be weaponised for malware delivery.
Why now: The discovery shows trusted AI tools and sponsored search ads being exploited for malware distribution, which is newsworthy for security teams.
Evidence
- ⚪️ Custom GPTs Used for ClickFix Attacks and RAT Distribution 🗨️ Security researchers at Huntress have discovered that attackers are distributing RATs through custom GPTs in ChatGPT. These malicious GPTs are promoted via sponsored Google search results and redirect users to… · hackmag@infosec.exchange · 1
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