Attackers Weaponize ScreenConnect Software in Worm-Like Malware Campaign
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Remote-access tools are critical infrastructure for IT support; compromised versions could allow attackers to spread laterally across enterprise networks, making this threat a significant vulnerability for organizations relying on ScreenConnect.
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