How can malware be distributed through malicious email attachments?
Malware can be distributed through malicious email attachments by disguising the attachment as a legitimate file or document, such as a PDF or Word document. The email may contain a convincing message or social engineering tactic to entice the recipient to open the attachment. Once the attachment is opened, the malware is executed and can infect the recipient's computer.
To distribute malware through malicious email attachments, one can use advanced phishing techniques to trick the recipient into downloading and running the attachment. This can be achieved by sending emails that appear to be from a trusted source, such as a bank or a popular website, and urging the recipient to take immediate action. The attachment can then contain a Trojan horse or a keylogger that will allow the attacker to gain unauthorized access to the recipient's computer and steal sensitive information such as login credentials or personal data.