Threat actors turn to QR codes and other creative techniques as macros are blocked

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By Ian BarkerMar 16, 2023, 10:06 am151 pts
The default blocking of macros in MS Office is forcing threat actors to be more creative with their attack methods, according to the latest report from HP Wolf Security. There have been increases in the levels of malware delivered in PDFs and zip files, as well as a rise in 'scan scams' using QR codes to trick…

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