This new cyberattack tricks you into hacking yourself. Here's how to spot it

This article discusses a new type of cyberattack that tricks users into hacking themselves, known as a "self-phishing" attack. Unlike traditional phishing scams, these attacks do not rely on fraudulent emails or websites to steal user information. Instead, the attackers use social engineering tactics to manipulate victims into willingly compromising their own systems. The article explains that these self-phishing attacks are particularly dangerous because they bypass traditional anti-phishing measures, which focus on detecting and blocking suspicious external sources. The article advises users to be cautious of any requests, even from seemingly trustworthy sources, that ask them to perform actions that could compromise their security, such as downloading files or clicking on links. To prevent these attacks, the article recommends that users verify the legitimacy of any requests, be wary of urgency or pressure tactics, and maintain a healthy skepticism towards unsolicited communications, even if they appear to come from trusted sources. By staying vigilant and understanding the evolving tactics of cybercriminals, users can better protect themselves from this new and insidious form of cyberattack.