Hackers using COVID-19 specials to drum up business on the dark web

We all know that hackers and cybercriminals are keen to cash in on any opportunity to spread their wares. Researchers at Check Point have uncovered that hackers are using COVID-19 to offer specials and discounts on the dark net. In similar fashion to Black Friday or Cyber Monday discounts, hackers are using the coronavirus pandemic as a special promotion to sell their malicious goods to hungry cyber attackers. Offers spotted include discounted services to hack into Facebook accounts, and toolkits to bypass Chrome security. The researchers also spotted MacBook Airs on 'corona special offer' for $390 -- presumably stolen or… [Continue Reading]