A recent analysis by Check Point Research has identified over 5,000 sophisticated phishing emails impersonating Microsoft, posing significant risks to businesses. Unlike typical phishing attempts from unknown domains, these emails appear to originate from legitimate sources, making them particularly deceptive. They employ advanced obfuscation techniques, rendering it nearly impossible for users to distinguish them from genuine communications.

The potential consequences of falling victim to these attacks include email account takeovers, ransomware infections, and information theft. To mitigate these threats, organizations should implement robust email security measures and conduct regular employee training to recognize and handle suspicious emails.

Report source: https://blog.checkpoint.com/harmony-email/5000-fake-microsoft-emails-that-your-employees-could-fall-for/