CAPTCHAs are designed to protect you — but attackers have found a new way to exploit them.
Cybercriminals are now deploying fake CAPTCHA pages to trick unsuspecting users into installing malicious software.
🔍 How the Attack Work The process looks harmless at first:
- You tick “I’m not a robot.”
- You are redirected to suspicious “verification steps.”
- Instructions appear, asking you to:
- Press Windows + R
- Paste a string of text with Ctrl + V
- Hit Enter
Behind the scenes, these steps execute malicious code, giving attackers access to your system.
💀 What’s at Risk?
Once infected, your organization’s critical data is at stake. Cybercriminals can steal:
- Passwords and browser data
- Credit card and banking details
- Email and social media credentials
The result? Potential financial losses, data breaches, and reputational damage.
🚩 Red Flags to Watch For
✔ A legitimate CAPTCHA will never ask you to open Windows commands or paste unknown code.
✔ Be cautious of CAPTCHA pages that request “extra verification steps.”
✔ Always verify the source of suspicious websites before interacting.
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