"Comment stuffing" in an HTML phishing attachment as a mechanism for evading AI-based detection?, (Fri, Jul 10th)
Summary
Attackers are using 'comment stuffing' within HTML phishing attachments to bypass AI-based detection systems. This technique involves embedding malicious code within HTML comments, making it harder for automated systems to identify and flag phishing attempts.
IFF Assessment
FOE
This technique presents a new method for attackers to evade detection, posing a direct threat to defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware of this evolving phishing evasion technique, which leverages obfuscation within HTML attachments. This necessitates robust parsing and analysis capabilities that can effectively inspect the content of HTML comments, beyond superficial content analysis, to identify malicious payloads.