Robocall bot goes after one-time passwords

We're all encouraged to use multi-factor authentication to protect our online accounts. Very often this involves a one-time passcode (OTP) sent via an SMS message. This makes life harder for the cybercriminals even if they have your password, but the team at CyberNews has uncovered a new robocall bot that aims to trick users into giving up their OTPs. The OTP bot is the latest example of the growing crimeware-as-a-service model where cybercriminals rent out malicious tools and services to anyone willing to pay. It's being sold via an an encrypted Telegram chat room that currently boasts more than 6,000… [Continue Reading]