Who's the bossware? Ransomware slingers like employee monitoring tools, too
Summary
Cybercriminals are exploiting employee monitoring software (bossware) to blend into corporate networks and facilitate ransomware deployment. This tactic allows attackers to evade detection and establish a foothold for malicious activities, potentially leading to significant damage.
IFF Assessment
Attackers are using readily available tools to further their ransomware campaigns.
Severity
Defender Context
Defenders need to be aware that legitimate software, such as employee monitoring tools, can be abused by attackers. Organizations should implement strong access controls and monitoring of internal software usage, coupled with anomaly detection, to identify potentially malicious activity originating from within the network. This also highlights the importance of evaluating the security posture of all software deployed, including those with legitimate business purposes.