Scattered Spider Cybercrime Group Ramps Up Attacks, Targets 100 Companies

SMS Phishing and Phone-Based Social Engineering

Scattered Spider primarily employs SMS phishing and phone-based social engineering tactics. By duping individuals into divulging login credentials for various company services, the group gains entry to endpoints, where it engages in various malicious activities, ranging from data theft to the deployment of ransomware.

Shift Towards Ransomware Operations