Traitorware: How Hackers Abuse Legitimate Apps to Hijack Microsoft 365
Not all threats come from malware—some come from legitimate apps. Traitorware - a type of Rogue Apps - is what we call OAuth application abuse in Microsoft 365. Attackers exploit real, trusted apps—like EM Client—to gain persistent access to inboxes, siphon data, and evade detection. Once an attacker secures initial access, they can delegate permissions, gain full mailbox control, and even bypass MFA protections - all without triggering alarms. But with Huntress Managed ITDR (Identity Threat Detection & Response), now powered by Rogue Apps, we hunt down and shut off unauthorized access before it spreads.
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[PH] Phishing attempts can show up as messages from your bank, your boss, your utility providers, or even the government. One click from one user can compromise an entire network and inadvertently let hackers deploy ransomware, steal information, or worse.
[PH] The median time it takes for a user to click a link and enter information is less than 60 seconds. With a turnaround time that quick, it's no wonder phishing is one of the preferred methods used by hackers. (2024 Verizon Data Breach Report)
