A recent phishing campaign uncovered by Malwarebytes Labs is a masterclass in manipulation.
It starts with a flattering job offer from what appears to be Netflix’s recruitment team, targeting professionals in marketing and social media. The goal? To steal Facebook credentials and potentially hijack business accounts to run malicious ads, demand ransom, or exploit customer trust.
This scam is not just clever. It’s behavioural.
The Psychology Behind the Click
The attackers don’t rely on brute force or technical exploits. They rely on emotion. Flattery, urgency, and brand trust are used to lure victims into a multi-step trap. After clicking a fake scheduling link, users are prompted to log in via a spoofed Facebook page. Even incorrect passwords trigger realistic error messages, allowing attackers to intercept credentials in real time.
This is exactly why Cybermate exists.
Cybermate Turns Click Reflexes Into Cyber Resilience
Technical defences are essential, but they don’t stop someone from clicking a link that feels legitimate. Cybermate’s behavioural-first training helps users:
- Recognise emotional triggers like flattery and urgency
- Scrutinise URLs and sender domains before clicking
- Understand how brand impersonation works
- Build habits that prevent impulsive responses
Whether you’re a school, charity, SME, or large organisation, Cybermate equips your team to pause, question, and protect before the damage is done.
Scams Are Getting Smarter. So Should We.
This Netflix scam is just one example of how attackers are evolving. They target roles with access to business accounts, utilise trusted brands, and mimic real-world processes. Cybermate helps organisations stay ahead by turning awareness into action.
Ready to train your team to spot scams before they strike?
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