DarkGate Opens Organizations for Attack via Skype, Teams

This case study on cyberattacks analyses the use of the malicious DarkGate variant, which cybercriminals may lease to infect systems with varying types of malware. They can compromise trusted relationships or abuse external messaging apps, such as Skype, for initial entry. To boost cybersecurity, organisations should have 24/7 monitoring and incorporate a multi-step authentication process. They should also control applications, block mistrusted domains, and regularly raise employees’ security awareness to quickly recognise and contain threats.