The user had asked for a simple PowerShell script to remove Python pycache folders. Instead, the script ended up deleting the contents of the user’s F: drive, including project files and Docker data.

A fake CAPTCHA scam is tricking Windows users into running PowerShell commands that install StealC malware and steal passwords, crypto wallets, and more.

Threat actors are now abusing DNS queries as part of ClickFix social engineering attacks to deliver malware, making this the first known use of DNS as a channel in these campaigns.

The campaign exploits an Office vulnerability to deliver the modular XWorm RAT, chaining HTA, PowerShell, and in-memory .NET execution to sidestep detection and expand post-compromise control.

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