Hackers Now Testing ‘ClickFix’ Attacks on Linux Systems

'Security researchers have recently uncovered a new type of cyberattack targeting Linux systems — a technique dubbed “ClickFix.” Originally known for its impact on Windows environments, ClickFix is now being adapted and tested by threat actors against Linux platforms, signaling an expansion in both scope and sophistication. ClickFix is a novel post-exploitation tactic that allows attackers to interact with graphical desktop environments through simulated clicks and UI manipulations. By abusing legitimate tools like xdotool, attackers can automate interactions with graphical interfaces — such as clicking confirmation dialogs, accepting permissions, or launching malicious scripts — even on hardened systems. This type of attack can bypass traditional security mechanisms by operating at the user interface level, making it especially dangerous in environments where users assume GUI-based interactions are secure.' -- source: https://cyptd.com/hackers-now-testing-clickfix-attacks-on-linux-systems/ Cheers, Peter
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Peter Reutemann