Microsoft: Threat actors exploit AI brand hype to deliver malware and steal credentials (opens in new tab)

Threat actors are increasingly using popular AI brands like ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek as lures in sophisticated social engineering campaigns. These attacks utilize phishing, malvertising, and SEO manipulation to trick users into downloading malware or revealing sensitive financial information. While the themes are modern, the campaigns rely on established tactics such as urgency-driven messaging and multi-stage redirection to bypass security filters. <a href="