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Hackers use Fake Cloudflare Verification Screen to Trick Users into Executing Malware
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this post was submitted on 04 Jul 2025
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Yes, they're glossing over the fact that the user must manually paste and execute code that the fake captcha puts on the clipboard.
Not a new attack vector in the slightest, just a play on the entry method.
Anyone doing this should have their computer taken away and head inspected/retrained.
Or is a senior citizen or a child. Right?
Age regardless. Get them taught or take it for from them for their own good.