How often are redirects used in phishing in 2026?, (Mon, Apr 6th)
Summary
This article explores the frequency of redirect usage in phishing attacks. It highlights that threat actors are actively seeking out and exploiting open redirects, a vulnerability that allows them to send users to malicious websites disguised as legitimate ones.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The increasing use of redirects in phishing is a tactic that benefits attackers by making their malicious links appear more trustworthy, thus posing a greater threat to defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware that open redirects remain a viable attack vector for phishing campaigns. Users need to be educated on scrutinizing URLs, even those that appear to originate from trusted sources, as redirects can easily mask malicious destinations.