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Attack Date: February 22, 2022
Executive Impersonation Payroll Diversion BEC Attack
This text-based business email compromise attack impersonates an executive using display name impersonation with the goal of diverting payroll information.
Email Content
Subject
CHANGE DD
Body
Hi [First Name],
I have changed my bank details and I’ll appreciate if you could send me the DD Auth form. Alternatively, may I send you my new banking details for you to help effect the DD change from your end to avoid mistakes.I need your prompt assistance in this regard.
Thank you.
[Executive Name]