A new PDF phishing kit is being sold on the dark web, promising customers advanced features, a simple interface, and competitive pricing, experts have warned.
Security researchers from Varonis spotted MatrixPDF, an advanced solution being advertised as a legitimate tool, despite being circulated around the dark web. Its full name is MatrixPDF: Document Builder – Advanced PDF Phishing with JavaScript Actions. It is being advertised as an “elite tool for crafting realistic simulation PDFs tailored for black teams and cybersecurity awareness training.
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Source: TechRadar News
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