How to Get Malicious Macros Past Email Filters
Summary
This article discusses a technique for delivering malicious macros through email filters. It explains how attackers can embed malicious code within Microsoft Word or Excel documents to compromise systems.
IFF Assessment
FOE
This article describes a technique that can be used by malicious actors to bypass security measures and deliver malware, which is detrimental to defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware of the continued effectiveness of macro-based attacks and the methods adversaries use to evade email filtering. Implementing robust endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, user training on recognizing suspicious documents, and strict enforcement of macro policies are crucial to mitigating this threat.