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Attack Date: June 27, 2022
Executive Impersonation Payroll Diversion BEC Attack
This text-based BEC attack impersonates an executive using a spoofed display name and a free webmail account to divert payroll deposits to a fraudulent account.
Email Content
Subject
Changing The P-Stub..
Body
Hello, good morning.
I need your help in updating my (Direct Deposit) details. Can I just send a voided check? My payroll portal isn't working,
Wishing you a wonderful day.
Sincerely, regards.
[Executive Name]
[Executive Title]