THE article discusses the resurgence of the 'Lampion' banking Trojan in Portugal, which originates from Brazil. This malware exploits the shared language between Brazilian hackers and Portuguese victims, making Portuguese businesses particularly vulnerable. The latest Lampion campaigns employ sophisticated phishing tactics, impersonating legitimate financial and administrative entities to trick users into downloading malicious files.
The malware can inject fake overlays into banking websites to steal credentials and gather reconnaissance data. The article highlights the persistence of these cyberattacks, which have become a leading risk for Portuguese companies as they adapt to existing techniques rather than innovate.